First Time Home Buyers

17 Oct The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership

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With higher mortgage rates, you might be wondering if now’s the best time to buy a home. While the financial aspects are important to consider, there are also powerful non-financial reasons it may make sense to make a move. Here are just a few of...

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14 Oct Tips For First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights If you’re trying to buy your first home in today’s housing market, you’ll want to know what you can do as mortgage rates rise and inventory stays low overall. Connect with a lender to get pre-approved, prioritize your wish list, consider condos, and expand your...

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12 Oct Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate

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If you’re looking to buy a home, you probably want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. Over the last couple of years, that was easier to do as the housing market saw record-low mortgage rates, but this year rates have...

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10 Oct Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.

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As you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start. If that sounds like you, your down payment could be...

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07 Oct The Journey To Buy a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights When you head out to buy a home, there are a number of key milestones you’ll encounter along the way. The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making an offer, and more. Your journey starts here. Let’s...

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06 Oct Two Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Right Now

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Rising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and others wondering if now...

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05 Oct The Long-Term Benefit of Homeownership

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Today’s cooling housing market, the rise in mortgage rates, and mounting economic concerns have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to factor the long-term benefits of homeownership into...

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04 Oct The Cost of Waiting for Mortgage Rates To Go Down

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Mortgage rates have increased significantly in recent weeks. And that may mean you have questions about what this means for you if you’re planning to buy a home. Here’s some information that can help you make an informed decision when you set your homebuying plans. The...

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30 Sep Why Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers. Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered a good hedge against inflation. If you’re ready...

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28 Sep Why You Should Consider Condos as Part of Your Home Search

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The historically low inventory over the past few years led to challenges for many buyers trying to find a home that met their needs and their budget. If you’re in the same boat, you should know the recent shift in the housing market may have...

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