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The Main Key To Understanding the Rise in Mortgage Rates

First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers October 5, 2021

Every Thursday, Freddie Mac releases the results of their Primary Mortgage Market Survey which reveals the most recent movement in the 30-year fixed mortgage rate. Last week, the rate was announced as 3.01%. It was the first time in three months that the mortgage rate surpassed 3%. In a press ...

Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Infographics Rent vs. Buy October 1, 2021

Some Highlights When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors. Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting. If you’re ready to take advantage of the perks of homeownership, let’s connect ...

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Pricing September 30, 2021

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home is one of the best ways ...

Early October is the Sweet Spot for Buyers

First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers September 28, 2021

Are you looking to buy a home? If so, we’ve got good news for you. While there’s no denying the housing market is having a great year, many of the headlines are focused on the perks for sellers. But what about buyers today? As a buyer, you’re likely braving bidding wars ...

If You’re a Buyer, Is Offering Asking Price Enough?

Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers September 27, 2021

In today’s real estate market, buyers shouldn’t shop for a home with the expectation they’ll be able to negotiate a lower sales price. In a typical housing market, buyers try to determine how much less than the asking price they can offer and still get the home. From there, the ...

Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year To Buy Could Cost You

Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers Pricing September 23, 2021

If you’re a renter with a desire to become a homeowner, or a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, you may be hoping that waiting a year might mean better market conditions to purchase a home. To determine if you should buy now or wait, you ...

Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?

Buying Myths Demographics Down Payments First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Gen Z Millennials September 22, 2021

There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. In fact, a recent survey by Lending Tree asks what is keeping consumers from purchasing a home. For over half of those surveyed, the ability to ...

Remote Work Is Here To Stay. Can Your Home Deliver the Space You Need?

For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up Buyers September 21, 2021

A lot has changed over the past year. For many people, the rise in remote work influenced what they’re looking for in a home and created a greater appetite for a dedicated home office. Some professionals took advantage of the situation and purchased a bigger home. Other people thought working ...

Is It Time To Move on to a New Home?

For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up Buyers September 20, 2021

If you’ve been in your home for longer than five years, you’re not alone. According to recent data from First American, homeowners are staying put much longer than historical averages (see graph below):As the graph shows, before 2008, homeowners sold their houses after an average of just five years. Today, ...

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This? [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Infographics Interest Rates Rent vs. Buy September 17, 2021

Some Highlights Whether you’re buying or selling – today’s housing market has plenty of good news to go around. Buyers can take advantage of today’s mortgage rates to escape rising rents and keep monthly payments affordable. Sellers can reap the benefits of multiple offers and a fast sale. If this sounds like good ...

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