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- What You Really Need To Know About Home PricesAccording to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re one of the people worried about that, here’s what you need to know. A lot of that fear is probably coming from what…
- Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home? [Video] Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home.This video shows times are changing. #HomePrices #MortgageRates #HousingInventory…
- Myths About the 2024 Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights
- The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights
- Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But is that still the right…
- Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a TsunamiHave you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know. That phrase refers to the idea that a lot of baby boomers are going to move or downsize all at once. And the fear is that…
- Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost YouIf you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot, and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for sale right now. And historically, this is the time…
- The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost HereAre you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is just around the corner. A recent Realtor.com study looked at housing market…
- Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But that’s starting to change. The graph below uses the latest data from Realtor.com to show there are more homes on the…
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- What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing CostsBefore making the decision to buy a home, it’s important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you’re busy saving for the down payment, don’t forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too. Here’s some helpful…
- 3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]Some Highlights
- Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?Thinking about buying a home? If so, you’re probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here’s some information that can help you decide. What’s Next for Home Prices? Each quarter, Fannie Mae…
- 4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a HomeAre you thinking about buying a home soon? If so, you should know today’s market is competitive in many areas because the number of homes for sale is still low, and that’s leading to multiple-offer scenarios. And moving into the peak…
- Why Today’s Seller’s Market Is Good for Your Bottom LineThinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it? Here’s what you need to know. Even though the number of homes for sale has been growing this year, there still aren’t enough homes on the market for all the…
- President Biden’s Proposed Legislation for HomebuyersDiscover how President Biden’s proposed legislation aims to make homeownership more accessible. Learn about the one-year tax credit for thousands of households selling their starter homes, below median prices, and the crackdown on…
- Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer UpperIf you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a fixer-upper. That’s a house that needs a little elbow grease or some updates, but has good bones. Fixer-uppers can be a…
- Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your HouseIf you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers. And you may not realize just how important it is to make your house easy to…
- Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing MarketThere’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a repeat of what we saw back in 2008. Here’s a look at the latest expert projections to show you why that isn’t going to…
- Home Buyers and Sellers, First Time and More! with Mr. GDear Fellow Real Estate Agents and Brokers. My GROUP, “Home Buyers and Sellers, First Time and More! with Mr. G”, is growing quite nicely with many agents posting their listings and open houses on a regular basis. Please feel free to do…
- What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a HomeIf you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more.…
- Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing CrashIf you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep…
- The Truth About Down PaymentsIf you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it comes to the down payment. That might be because you’ve heard you need to save 20% of the home’s price to put down. Well,…
- Expert Home Price Forecasts for 2024 Revised UpOver the past few months, experts have revised their 2024 home price forecasts based on the latest data and market signals, and they’re even more confident prices will rise, not fall. So, let’s see exactly how experts’ thinking has shifted…
- Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This YearThere’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you really need to know: compared to the near 8% peak last fall, mortgage rates have trended down…
- Strategic Tips for Buying Your First HomeBuying your first home is a big, exciting step and a major milestone that has the power to improve your life. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a dream you can make come true, but there are some hurdles you’ll need to overcome in today’s…
- It’s Time To Prepare Your House for a Spring ListingIf you’re thinking of selling your house this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it’ll be important to make sure your house shines bright among the…
- Don’t Let the Latest Home Price Headlines Confuse YouBased on what you’re hearing in the news about home prices, you may be worried they’re falling. But here’s the thing. The headlines aren’t giving you the full picture. If you look at the national data for 2023, home prices actually showed…
- Why So Many People Fall in Love with HomeownershipChances are at some point in your life you’ve heard the phrase, home is where the heart is. There’s a reason that’s said so often. Becoming a homeowner is emotional. So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to keep on renting or if…
- Bridging the Gaps on the Road to HomeownershipHomeownership is a major part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be quite difficult. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color still face unique challenges on the road to…
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