If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the loan, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3.5%, it’s important to understand ... Continue Reading » about The Perks of Putting 20% Down on a Home
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The Average Homeowner Gained $56,700 in Equity over the Past Year
When you think of homeownership, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are you might focus on the non-financial benefits, like the security or stability a home provides. But what about equity? While it can be overlooked, a homeowner’s equity helps build long-term wealth over time. ... Continue Reading » about The Average Homeowner Gained $56,700 in Equity over the Past Year
Homebuyers: Be Ready To Act This Winter
To succeed as a buyer in today’s market, it’s important to understand which market trends will have the greatest impact on your home search. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, says there are two factors every buyer should keep their eyes on: “Going forward, the conditions buyers face ... Continue Reading » about Homebuyers: Be Ready To Act This Winter
Your Housing Market Forecast: What this Means to You!
Your Housing Market Forecast for 2022 is still good for buyers and sellers. Although it seems as if things may slow down a LITTLE bit, your forecast is that things will still be moving at a great pace in 2022. What Does this Mean for YOU? For buyers, Mortgage rates and interest rates are ... Continue Reading » about Your Housing Market Forecast: What this Means to You!
Homebuyers Are Going on a Shopping Spree This Winter
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, which means some shoppers have wrapped up their holiday buying. But there’s still a group of buyers that are very active this holiday season – homebuyers. Experts anticipate the real estate market will see a flurry of activity this winter, and that’s great ... Continue Reading » about Homebuyers Are Going on a Shopping Spree This Winter
What Everyone Wants To Know: Will Home Prices Decline in 2022?
If you’re thinking of buying a home in today’s housing market, you may be wondering how strong your investment will be. You might be asking yourself: if I buy a home now, will it lose value? Or will it continue to appreciate going forward? The good news is, according to the experts, home prices are ... Continue Reading » about What Everyone Wants To Know: Will Home Prices Decline in 2022?