” Experts have been calling for rates to rise in their 2022 projections, and the forecast is now becoming a reality.” Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in...
“Here’s why inflation shouldn’t stop you from buying a home in 2022.” If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more....
“For nearly two years, real estate professionals have worked to ensure the safety of buyers and sellers during the pandemic.” If you’re on the fence about whether or not you want to sell your house this year, there’s good news. For nearly two years, real...
“Some analysts were concerned that once the forbearance program ended, the housing market would experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago.” When mortgage forbearance plans were first announced and the...
“Before you decide whether to look for a new house or another apartment, it’s important to understand the true costs of renting in 2022.” Are you one of the many renters thinking about where you’ll live the next time your lease is up? Before you decide...
“Unless specified by your loan type or lender, it’s typically not required to put 20% down.” As you set out on your homebuying journey, you likely have a plan in place, and you’re working on saving for your purchase. But do you know how much you actually...