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Dec 17, 2020

The Path to Homeownership

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home and not sure where to start, you’re not alone. Here’s a map with 10 simple steps to...

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You

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Dec 10, 2020

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues to rise. With today’s low mortgage rates, there’s great opportunity for...

With Home Values Surging, Is it Still Affordable to Buy Right Now?

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Dec 8, 2020

With Home Values Surging, Is it Still Affordable to Buy Right Now?

Housing inventory is at an all-time low. Realtor.com just reported that there are 39% fewer homes for sale today than there were last...

Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Holiday Season

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Dec 4, 2020

Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Holiday Season

Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to sell their houses. Similarly, others who already...

The Holidays Aren’t Stopping Homebuyers This Year

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Dec 3, 2020

The Holidays Aren’t Stopping Homebuyers This Year

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us, yet finding the perfect holiday gifts for friends and family is certainly still top of mind...

Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?

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Nov 20, 2020

Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?

In 2020, buyers got a big boost in the housing market as mortgage rates dropped throughout the year. According to Freddie Mac, rates hit...

The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price

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Oct 9, 2020

The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price

Housing inventory is at an all-time low. There are 39% fewer homes for sale today than at this time last year, and buyer demand continues...

A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s

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Oct 2, 2020

A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s

One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future is through homeownership. Recent data from the Federal Reserve indicates the...

The Surging Real Estate Market Continues to Climb

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Sep 30, 2020

The Surging Real Estate Market Continues to Climb

Earlier this year, realtor.com announced the release of the Housing Recovery Index, a weekly guide showing how the pandemic has impacted...

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Sep 25, 2020

The Cost of Renting Vs. Buying a Home

Some Highlights The percentage of income needed to afford a median-priced home today is declining, while that for renting is on the rise....

10 RESALE VALUE FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING YOUR NEXT HOUSE

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Sep 18, 2020

10 RESALE VALUE FACTORS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING YOUR NEXT HOUSE

When you are shopping for a home, selling it later may not cross your mind. But it should! Purchasing a home is a major investment. You...

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Sep 16, 2020

Homebuyer Traffic Is on the Rise

One of the biggest surprises of 2020 is the resilience of the residential real estate market. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist of the...

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Sep 10, 2020

Three Ways to Win in a Bidding War

With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates driving buyer activity, bidding wars are becoming more common. Multiple-offer...

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Sep 4, 2020

Mortgage Rates & Payments by Decade

Some Highlights Sometimes it helps to see the dollars and cents you’ll save when you purchase a home while mortgage rates are low....

Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years

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Aug 28, 2020

Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years

Today, home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices are going up, it’s normal to think a home will cost more as the trend continues....

Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?

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Aug 21, 2020

Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?

You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a...

Sellers Are Returning to the Housing Market

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Aug 14, 2020

Sellers Are Returning to the Housing Market

In today’s housing market, it can be a big challenge for buyers to find homes to purchase, as the number of houses for sale is far below...

Planning to Move? You Can Still Secure a Low Mortgage Rate on Your Next Home

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Aug 10, 2020

Planning to Move? You Can Still Secure a Low Mortgage Rate on Your Next Home

This year, mortgage rates have started to slowly climb above recent record-breaking lows. Many homeowners planning to move may feel like...

The Top Reasons People Are Moving This Year

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Aug 7, 2020

The Top Reasons People Are Moving This Year

Today, Americans are moving for a variety of different reasons. The current health crisis has truly re-shaped our lifestyles and our...

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Jul 31, 2020

Mortgage Rates Fall Below 3%

Some Highlights Mortgage rates hit another all-time low, falling below 3% this week. If you’re ready to buy a home, now is a great time...