There has been a lot written about the benefits of homeownership. One benefit that continues to rise to the top is the added wealth homeowners gain simply by paying their mortgage while their home increases in value over time. The … [Read more...]
5 Reasons Why People Sell Their House In Spring
Here are five compelling reasons listing your home for sale this spring makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the … [Read more...]
The Big Gap Between Headlines and the Truth
“I have observed that not the man who hopes when others despair, but the man who despairs when others hope, is admired by a large class of persons as a sage.” – John Stuart Mill (1840s) Even back in the mid-1800s, people knew that negative … [Read more...]
Your Tax Refund Is A Path To Homeownership!
According to data released by the Internal Revenue Service(IRS), Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $3,143 this year when filing their taxes. This is down slightly from the average refund of $3,436 last year. Tax refunds … [Read more...]
20 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale [INFOGRAPHIC]
20 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale This Spring: 10 Tips to Improve Your House's Curb Appeal 10 Tips to Make Your House Feel Like Home to Buyers Some Highlights: When listing your house for sale, your top goal … [Read more...]
Pricing Your House To Sell Immediately
In today’s real estate market, with more houses coming to market every day and eager buyers searching for their dream home, setting the right price for your house is one of the most important things you can do. According to CoreLogic’s … [Read more...]
46 Million Millennials Are Mortgage Ready. But Do They Know It?
Many have written about the millennial generation and whether or not they, as a whole, believe in homeownership as part of attaining the American Dream. Millennials have taken longer to obtain traditional milestones than the generations … [Read more...]
Buying A Home? Here Is The Credit Score You Will Need.
There are many misconceptions about the credit score needed to buy a house. Recently, it was reported that 24% of renters believe they need a 780-800 credit score to be considered for a mortgage. The reality is they are misinformed! Only … [Read more...]
A Simple Way To Increase Your Family’s Wealth Over Time
Everyone should realize that unless you are living somewhere rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s. Buying your own home provides you with a form of ‘forced savings’ that allows you to use … [Read more...]
Act Before Your Luck Runs Out! Is It Time To Buy A Home This Spring?
Don't Let Your Luck Run Out! Buy A Home This Spring. Some Highlights: Mortgage Interest Rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage have dropped to 4.41% from near 5% in 2018 (talk to a loan officer for your specific rate). Take … [Read more...]
Making the American Dream of Homeownership Your Reality
“The rumors of my death are greatly exaggerated.” The famous quote attributed to Mark Twain can apply to homeownership in the United States today. During the housing bubble of the last decade, the homeownership rate soared to over … [Read more...]
Applying for a Mortgage? Here Are 7 Things To Avoid.
Congratulations! You’ve found a home to buy and have applied for a mortgage! You are undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to decorate your new home! But before you make any big purchases, move any money around, or make any big-time … [Read more...]
Bidding War Update for Home Buyers and Sellers
In a strong seller’s market, like the one we have experienced over the past few years, bidding wars are common and expected. This makes sense! A seller’s market is defined as a market in which the inventory of homes for sale cannot satisfy … [Read more...]
4 Reasons to Considering Buying a Home This Spring
Spring has sprung, and it’s a great time to buy a home! Here are four reasons to consider buying today instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to Rise CoreLogic’s latest U.S. Home Price Insights reports that home prices have … [Read more...]
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