Blog - Terry Stevahn

Buyer Guidance, Local Market Insight

Should I Buy Now or Wait? Mortgage Rates in North Dakota Explained

Should I Buy Now or Wait? Mortgage Rates in North Dakota Explained Buying a home in North Dakota comes with one big question: should you buy now or wait for mortgage rates to drop? While every situation is different, most buyers are still better off purchasing when the home and payment fit their budget today. […]
Buyer Guidance, Local Market Insight

50-Year Mortgage: Affordable or Misleading?

50-Year Mortgage: Affordable or Misleading? As conversations continue around the idea of a 50-year mortgage, many buyers are wondering whether a longer loan term could make homeownership more affordable. In this quick breakdown, Terry explains how a 50-year mortgage compares to a traditional 30-year mortgage, what the real payment differences look like, and why the […]
Buyer Guidance, Local Market Insight, Seller Strategy

What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt? The short answer? No. There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything […]
Seller Strategy

Who’s the Best REALTOR® to List an Expired Home in Bismarck?

Who’s the Best REALTOR® to List an Expired Home in Bismarck? If your home was listed and didn’t sell, you’re not alone. Every year, dozens of listings across Bismarck and Mandan expire before finding the right buyer – often because of small gaps in strategy, timing, or presentation. The good news is: an expired listing […]