Home Buying

May 21, 2022

Why This Housing Market Is Not a Bubble Ready To Pop

Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream.

 

Prior to the 1950s, less than half of the country owned their own …

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May 17, 2022

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans.

 

Today, buyers …

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May 12, 2022

Are There More Homes Coming to the Market?

 

According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today.

If you’re looking …

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May 10, 2022

Will Home Prices Fall This Year? Here’s What Experts Say

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Many people are wondering: will home prices fall this year? Whether you’re a potential homebuyer, seller, or both, the answer to this question matters for you. Let’s break down what’s happening with home prices, where experts say they’re headed, and how this impacts your homeownership goals.

What’s Happening …

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May 4, 2022

What You Need To Know About Selling in a Sellers’ Market

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Even if you haven’t been following real estate news, you’ve likely heard about the current sellers’ market. That’s because there’s a lot of talk about how strong market conditions are for people who want to sell their houses. But if you’re thinking about listing your house, you probably want …

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Feb. 12, 2022

Want Top Dollar for Your House? Now’s the Time To List It.

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When you’re selling any item, you usually want to sell it for the greatest profit possible. That happens when there’s a strong demand and a limited supply for that item. In the real estate market, that time is right now. If you’re thinking of selling your house this year, …

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Feb. 9, 2022

How Remote Work Impacts Your Home Search

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If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search.

Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a change in scenery, a move to an area with a …

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Feb. 4, 2022

Millions of Americans Have Discovered the Benefits of Multigenerational Households

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If your needs are changing, you may be thinking about sharing a home with additional loved ones, such as grandparents, adult children, or other extended family members. Whether it’s for financial or health-related circumstances, or simply because you’ve reached a new phase of life, you might be wondering if …

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Feb. 1, 2022

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

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If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data, owning a home is more affordable than renting in the …

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Jan. 28, 2022

Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers

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If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item coupled with a limited supply. That maximizes your leverage when you’re negotiating the sale. Home sellers are in that …

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