Buyers

July 15, 2024

Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying a home has powerful financial and non-financial benefits. It creates more stability, helps grow your net worth, and gives you an undeniable sense of pride.

While today’s market can be challenging for buyers, use these reasons to remind you of why homeownership …

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July 8, 2024

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today

The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today




Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus the limited supply of homes for sale, there’s a lot to consider.

But, there's one way to avoid getting tripped up – …

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Posted in Buyers, Market Updates
June 9, 2024

Use your Home Equity to Right-Size Up

Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage rates are higher than the one they currently have on their home, and that’s making it harder to want to sell and make a move. Maybe you’re in the same …

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May 30, 2024

Using Home Equity to Buy a New Home

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May 9, 2024

Buy or Rent

The Perks of Buying over Renting




Thinking about buying a home? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two solid reasons why, if you’re ready and able, it could still be a smart move to get your own place.

1. Home Values Typically Go Up Over …

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May 2, 2024

Mortgage Rate Trends

What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates?




You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you’re wondering why, the answer lies in the latest economic data. Here’s a quick overview of what’s happening with mortgage rates and what …

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April 22, 2024

The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home

The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home

 

You may have heard headlines in the news lately about agents in the real estate industry and discussions about their commissions. And if you’re following along, it can be pretty confusing. But here’s the thing …

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Posted in Buyers
April 19, 2024

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?

When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But is that …

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Posted in Buyers, Market Updates
April 16, 2024

Builders Are Building Smaller Homes

There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right …

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April 15, 2024

Why downsize when you retire?

Downsizing Perks for Retirees

 

Some Highlights

  • If you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your expenses.
  • Smaller homes typically have lower energy and maintenance costs. Plus, you may have enough equity built up to fuel your move.
  • If …
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