There’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you need to know: compared to the near 8% peak last fall, mortgage rates have trended down overall. And if you’re looking to buy or sell a home, this is a big deal. While they will continue to bounce around a bit based on various economic Continue Reading
Buying your first home is a big, exciting step and a significant milestone that can improve your life. As a first-time homebuyer, it's a dream you can make come true. Still, there are some hurdles you'll need to overcome in today’s housing market – specifically, the limited supply of homes for sale and ongoing affordability challenges. So, if you're ready, willing, and able Continue Reading
If you're considering selling your home this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it'll be essential to ensure your house shines bright among the competition. Here are some valuable tips you can use to get your house market-ready. Declutter and Organize First impressions matter; if your house is a mess, that Continue Reading
Some Highlights If you’re trying to buy a home but are having a hard time finding something in your budget, here’s something that can help: consider condos and townhomes. They may better fit your budget, can help you start building equity, and tend to require minimal upkeep and less maintenance. Looking at condos and townhomes can make it easier to find and buy Continue Reading
Chances are, at some point in your life, you’ve heard the phrase, home is where the heart is. There’s a reason that’s said so often. Becoming a homeowner is emotional. So, if you’re trying to decide if you want to keep renting or if you’re ready to buy a home this year, it’s so easy to fall in love with homeownership. Customizing to Your Heart’s Desire Your house should be a space Continue Reading
Homeownership is a significant part of the American Dream. But, the path to achieving this dream can be pretty tricky. While progress has been made to improve fair housing access, households of color face unique challenges in owning a home. Working with the right real estate experts can make all the difference for diverse buyers. Achieving homeownership is more challenging for certain Continue Reading
Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard someone say they’re coming down. But then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. And that may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true. The most straightforward answer is that what you read or hear will vary based on the time frame they’re looking at. Here’s some Continue Reading
Are you on the fence about selling your house? While affordability is improving this year, it’s still tight. And that may be on your mind. However, understanding your home equity could be the key to making your decision easier. An article from Bankrate explains: “Home equity is the difference between your home's value and the amount you still owe on your mortgage. It Continue Reading
On the road to becoming a homeowner? If so, you may have heard the term pre-approval get tossed around. Let’s break down what it is and why it’s important if you’re looking to buy a home in 2024. What Pre-Approval Is As part of the homebuying process, your lender will look at your finances to figure out what they’re willing to loan you. According Continue Reading
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