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08 Feb 6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today

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Over the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection through the evolving health crisis....

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05 Feb Thinking about Building a New Home? Your Agent Is Critical. [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights A real estate professional is an expert who can advocate on your behalf throughout the process when building a home. Agents help you understand key steps, like choosing upgrades and managing negotiations, while staying within your budget from start to finish. If building is the right...

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04 Feb Why Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision

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In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to think about how homeownership can...

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03 Feb Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?

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Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump...

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02 Feb Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.

Posted at 11:00h in Blog, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing by MarciaMurray 0 Comments

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Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely take into consideration monthly...

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01 Feb Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice

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As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021. While there are signs of economic recovery as vaccines are being issued, we still...

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29 Jan Is Right Now the Right Time to Sell? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights If you’re on the fence about selling your house, now is a great time to take advantage of sky-high demand, low supply, and fierce buyer competition. With buyer demand rising and historically low inventory for sale, if you’re in a position to move, your house...

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28 Jan What Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You

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The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year. One challenge to the housing industry, however, is the lack of homes available for...

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27 Jan What Happens When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?

Posted at 11:00h in Blog, Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates by MarciaMurray 0 Comments

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According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of data and analytics for mortgage companies, 6.48 million households have entered a forbearance plan as a result of financial concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s where these homeowners stand right...

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26 Jan What’s the Difference between an Appraisal and a Home Inspection?

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If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or verify...

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