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How to Increase Your Equity Over the Next 5 Years

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30 Jul

Many of the questions currently surrounding the real estate industry focus on home prices and where they are heading. The most recent Home Price Expectation Survey (HPES) helps target these projected answers. Here are the results from the Q2 2019 Survey: Home values will appreciate by 4.1% in ... Read More about How to Increase Your Equity Over the Next 5 Years

3 Expert Insights On Inventory In The Current Market

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29 Jul

The current housing landscape presents greater home values, low interest rates, and high buyer demand. All of these factors point to the strong market forecasted to continue throughout the rest of the year. There is, however, one thing that may cause the industry to tap the brakes: an overall lack ... Read More about 3 Expert Insights On Inventory In The Current Market

Home Prices Up 5.05% Across the Country [INFOGRAPHIC]

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26 Jul

Some Highlights: The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report. In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state. Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state, ... Read More about Home Prices Up 5.05% Across the Country [INFOGRAPHIC]

3 Powerful Reasons to Buy a Home Now

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25 Jul

Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to move up to the home of your dreams, now is a great time to purchase a home. Here are three major reasons to buy today. 1. Affordability Many people focus solely on price when talking about home affordability. Since home prices have appreciated ... Read More about 3 Powerful Reasons to Buy a Home Now

Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Three Things to Know Today

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24 Jul

Shifting trends and industry-leading research are pointing toward some valuable projections about the status of the housing market for the rest of the year. If you’re thinking of buying or selling, or if you just want to know what experts are saying is on the horizon, here are the top three things ... Read More about Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Three Things to Know Today

What Experts are Saying About the Current Housing Market

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23 Jul

We’re halfway through the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the experts predict for the second half of 2019. Here’s what some have to say: Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com “Lower mortgage rates, higher wages ... Read More about What Experts are Saying About the Current Housing Market

Is Renting Right for Me?

Buying Myths· First Time Home Buyers· For Buyers· For Sellers· Housing Market Updates· Move-Up Buyers· Rent vs. Buy

22 Jul

If you’re currently renting and have dreams of owning your own home, it may be a good time to think about your next move. With rent costs rising annually and many helpful down payment assistance programs available, homeownership may be closer than you realize. According to the 2018 Bank of ... Read More about Is Renting Right for Me?

The Cost of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

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19 Jul

Some Highlights: Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2020. The higher your interest rate, the more money you will end up paying for your home and the higher your monthly payment will be. Rates are still low right now – don’t wait until they hit 5% to start searching ... Read More about The Cost of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

The Surprising Profile of the Real Estate Investor

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18 Jul

Over 10% of all residential homes are purchased by investors, and that number continues to rise. Who are these investors? Many have speculated that the large institutional conglomerates such as Blackstone, American Homes 4 Rent, and Colony Starwood dominate investor purchases. However, a special ... Read More about The Surprising Profile of the Real Estate Investor

What a Difference a Year Makes for Sellers

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17 Jul

Over the last few years, many sellers have been hesitant to put their houses on the market because they feared not being able to find another home to buy. We’ve reported on inventory shortages in the past, and it’s been a constant concern for potential buyers throughout recent years. New research ... Read More about What a Difference a Year Makes for Sellers

Should I Refinance My Home?

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16 Jul

With the recent lower interest rates, many homeowners are wondering if they should refinance. To decide if refinancing is the best option for your family, start by asking yourself these questions: Why do you want to refinance? There are many reasons to refinance, but here are three of the most ... Read More about Should I Refinance My Home?