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04 Aug The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

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Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.“I’ll never save enough.”“I need a small fortune just to get started.”“I guess I’ll just rent forever.”Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And you’re definitely not out...

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30 Jul What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

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According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed.Let that sink in. That means most homebuyers think they need better credit than they actually do – and maybe you’re one of them. And that could make...

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29 Jul Home Price Forecasts for the Second Half of 2025

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Some HighlightsWith all the headlines circulating recently, you may be wondering what’s next for home prices? Here’s what the expert forecasts say.Home prices are still forecast to rise nationally this year, just at a much slower pace. But price trends are going to vary by...

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28 Jul Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets

Posted at 10:30h in Agent Value, Blog, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Inventory by MarciaMurray 0 Comments

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Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right now. The truth is, local markets are starting to move in different directions. In some places, buyers are calling the shots. In others, sellers still hold the power. It’s a...

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24 Jul Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

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If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you.Will...

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23 Jul The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

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Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So,...

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22 Jul The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

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Some HighlightsIf you’re tempted to delay your move in hope that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast.Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t expect a big...

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17 Jul Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

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Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why.There are more brand-new...

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16 Jul Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers

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Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates, many have felt stuck between a rock and a hard place.But, something pretty encouraging is happening. While affordability is still tight, mortgage rates...

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15 Jul The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices

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Some HighlightsIf recent home price headlines have you feeling worried, here’s some perspective.​​Home values almost always go up in the long run. ​And the long-term gains offset any short-term dips. Basically, if you plan to live there for 5 or more years, you should be...

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