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The Truth About Down Payments
There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.
Struggling To Sell Your House? Read This.
When you sell your house, ideally, you want it to go something like this: your house sells for top dollar, you get it sold quickly, and it all goes down without a hitch.
The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter
Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out.
More Starter Homes Are Hitting the Market
More entry-level homes – also known as starter homes – are popping up on the market.
Only an Expert Agent Can Give You an Accurate Value of Your Home
In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth.
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores
Data shows 7 out of 10 prospective homebuyers don’t know the minimum credit score required by lenders or that it varies by lender and loan type.
The Top 2 Reasons To Look at Newly Built Homes
When planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind.
Why Moving to a More Affordable Area Makes Sense
Moving to a more affordable area could be the fresh start you need to get ahead financially.
Why This Winter Is the Sweet Spot for Selling
Thinking about selling your house? Here are a few reasons why you may want to do it this season.
Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it’s still a good idea to buy a home right now.
When Will Mortgage Rates Come Down?
One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds right now is: when will mortgage rates come down?
Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot
A lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house.
Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?
A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house.
Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes
There’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true.
Make Your House the Top Thing on Every Buyer’s Wish List This Season
With the holidays right around the corner, homeowners planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait?
Control the Controllables If You’re Worried About Mortgage Rates
Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now, and all you really want to hear is that they’re coming back down.
How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today
Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget.
Why Today’s Mortgage Debt Isn’t a Sign of a Housing Market Crash
One major reason why we’re not heading toward a foreclosure crisis is the high level of equity homeowners have today.
How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025
If you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start?
Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs
With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible.
What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility?
If you’ve been keeping an eye on mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you’re on a roller coaster ride.
Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes?
Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough.
Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House
If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions, like if moving really makes sense in today’s market.
The Big Difference Between Renter and Homeowner Net Worth
If you’re torn between renting or buying, don’t forget to factor in the wealth-building power of homeownership.
Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?
When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision.
More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer
There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy.
What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home.
The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit
For over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership.
Why You Need an Agent To Set the Right Asking Price
The #1 task sellers struggle with is setting the right asking price for their house.
Renting vs. Buying: The Net Worth Gap You Need To See
Trying to decide between renting or buying a home?