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January 12, 2024

Home Prices Forecast To Climb over the Next 5 Years [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you’re worried about what’s next for home prices, know the HPES shows experts are projecting they’ll continue to rise at least through 2028. Based on that forecast, if you bought a $400,000 house th...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, In the News, Infographics, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
January 11, 2024

The Dramatic Impact of Homeownership on Net Worth
If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home this year, here’s a powerful insight that could give you the clarity and confidence you need to make your decision. Every three years, the Federal R...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Rent vs. Buy
January 10, 2024

Avoid These Common Mistakes After Applying for a Mortgage
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, it’s exciting to jump a few steps ahead and think about moving in and making it your own. But before you get too far down the emotional path, there are some key things to keep in...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
January 8, 2024

What Lower Mortgage Rates Mean for Your Purchasing Power
If you want to buy a home, it’s important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month. Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come down significantly sin...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
January 4, 2024

Why Pre-Approval Is Your Homebuying Game Changer
If you’re thinking about buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you definitely don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-sea...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
December 28, 2023

What You Need To Know About Saving for a Home in 2024
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure you understand some of the costs you may ...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
December 26, 2023

Get Ready To Buy a Home by Improving Your Credit Score
As the new year approaches, the idea of buying a home might be on your mind. It’s an exciting goal to set, and it’s never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership i...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
December 25, 2023

These Non-Financial Benefits Turn a House into a Happy Home
There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of homeownership are important, the n...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers
December 15, 2023

What You Need To Know About Down Payments [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you want to buy a home, you may not need as much for your down payment as you think. There are various loan options for qualified buyers with down payments as low as 3.5% or even no down payment req...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Infographics
December 12, 2023

Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help Pave the Way to Homeownership
If you’re looking to buy a home, your down payment doesn’t have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challen...
Posted by: Tonyeil Spencer
Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, In the News, Move-Up Buyers