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Everybody Calm Down! This Is NOT 2008

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Selling Myths

5 Sep

Last week realtor.com released the results of a survey that produced three major revelations: 53% of home purchasers (first-time and repeat buyers) currently in the market believe a recession will occur this year or next. 57% believe the next recession will be as bad or worse than 2008. 55% ... Read More about Everybody Calm Down! This Is NOT 2008

How Property Taxes Can Impact Your Mortgage Payment

Featured· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers

4 Sep

When buying a home, taxes are one of the expenses that can make a significant difference in your monthly payment. Do you know how much you might pay for property taxes in your state or local area? When applying for a mortgage, you’ll see one of two acronyms in your paperwork – P&I or PITI – ... Read More about How Property Taxes Can Impact Your Mortgage Payment

5 Reasons to Sell This Fall

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Move-Up Buyers

3 Sep

Below are 5 compelling reasons listing your home for sale this fall makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing, ... Read More about 5 Reasons to Sell This Fall

Homeownership Will Always Be a Part of the American Dream

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2 Sep

On Labor Day we celebrate the hard work that helps us achieve the American Dream. Growing up, many of us thought about our future lives with great ambition. We drew pictures of what jobs we wanted to have and where we would live as a representation of a secure life for ourselves and our families. ... Read More about Homeownership Will Always Be a Part of the American Dream

A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Infographics· Move-Up Buyers· Selling Myths

30 Aug

Some Highlights: There is plenty of talk in the media about a pending economic slowdown. The good news is, home values actually increased in 3 of the last 5 U.S. recessions, and decreased by less than 2% in the 4th. Many experts predict a potential recession is on the horizon. However, ... Read More about A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC]

iBuyers: What Is the “Cost of Convenience” When Selling Your Home?

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers

29 Aug

When thinking about selling their house, homeowners have many options. A relatively new option is using an “iBuyer.” What is an iBuyer? According to Jovio, the definition is: “A company or investor that uses Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) to make instant offers on homes. It allows sellers to ... Read More about iBuyers: What Is the “Cost of Convenience” When Selling Your Home?

Top Priorities When Moving with Kids

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Move-Up Buyers

28 Aug

According to the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S students will be going back to school soon and the rest have already started the new academic year. With school-aged children in your home, buying or selling a house can take on a whole different approach when it comes to finding the right ... Read More about Top Priorities When Moving with Kids

What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers

27 Aug

Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since Q4 of 2018, settling at near-historic lows. This is big news for buyers looking to get more for their money in the current housing market. According to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, “the 30-year fixed-rate ... Read More about What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Interest Rates· Move-Up Buyers· Pricing

26 Aug

We’re in the back half of the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the predictions are for the remainder of 2019. Here’s what some of the experts have to say: Ralph McLaughlin, Deputy Chief Economist for CoreLogic “We see the ... Read More about Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths· Down Payments· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Infographics· Move-Up Buyers

23 Aug

Some Highlights: The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast! Saving for a down payment takes a little discipline, so limiting your extra purchases (like a latte a day ... Read More about A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away [INFOGRAPHIC]

5 Easy Steps to Avoid Overwhelm from Media Overload

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Move-Up Buyers· Selling Myths

22 Aug

When someone is thinking about buying or selling a home, they want to be well-informed. They want to make the right decision for themselves and their family. They scour the internet for any information they can find about the housing market. Today, there is an abundance of information available. It ... Read More about 5 Easy Steps to Avoid Overwhelm from Media Overload