There are more homes for sale today than at any time last year. So, if you tried to buy a home last year and were outbid or out priced, now may be your opportunity. The number of homes for sale in the U.S. has been growing over the past four months as rising mortgage rates help slow the frenzy the ... » Learn More about Want To Buy a Home? Now May Be the Time.
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The Scoop on Mortgage Rates
It's hard to miss the ongoing news coverage of today's mortgage rates. A year ago, we were marveling at the uber low rates that helped, in part, to drive a hot seller's market. Now rates have risen, and what does that mean for buyers and sellers? I hopped on a Zoom with colleague and ... » Learn More about The Scoop on Mortgage Rates
Should You Rent or Buy?
Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs, own a tangible asset, and grow your net worth as you gain equity. When you rent, you face rising housing costs, ... » Learn More about Should You Rent or Buy?
Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. But why is that? And is it still important in today’s shifting market? The truth is, getting a pre-approval letter from your lender is critical, and ... » Learn More about Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers
Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights According to the latest data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $64,000 in home equity over the past 12 months. That much equity can be a game-changer when you move. When you sell, it could be some (if not all) of what you need for a down payment on your next ... » Learn More about Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]
