Buying a Home Can Be Scary…Unless You Know the Facts
Some Highlights:
Many potential homebuyers believe that they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home, which stops many of them from even trying! Here are some facts:
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40% of millennials who purchased homes this year have put down less than 10%.
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76.4% of loan applications were approved last month.
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The average credit score of approved loans was 724 in September.
Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills
A great agent will be very good at explaining what’s happening in the housing market in a way that’s easy to understand.
Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities
Persistent demand coupled with limited housing supply are key drivers pushing home values upward.
How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits Your Community
It makes sense that housing creates a lot of jobs because so many different kinds of work are involved in the industry.
Tips for Younger Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality
An agent will help you prioritize your list of home features and find houses that can deliver on the top ones.
What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates?
Based on current market data, experts think inflation will be more under control and we still may see the Fed lower the Federal Funds Rate this year.
What More Listings Mean When You Sell Your House
if you’re considering whether or not to list your house, today’s limited supply is one of the biggest advantages you have right now.
Now’s a Great Time To Sell Your House
Late spring and early summer are generally considered the best times to sell a house as these are the seasons most people move and buyer demand grows.
Is a Multi-Generational Home Right for You?
Looking for the perfect multi-generational home is a bit trickier than finding a regular house. A local real estate agent can help you out.
What You Really Need To Know About Home Prices
If you’re worried about if home prices will be coming down, here’s what you need to know.
Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
Mortgage rates are expected to come down by the end of the year, making homebuying a little more affordable.