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What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home

April 26, 2024 | 0 Comments

If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a mortgage. Lenders review your credit to see if you typically make payments on time, pay back debts, and more. Your credit score can also help determine your mortgage […]

What You Really Need To Know About Home Prices

April 22, 2024 | 0 Comments

According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re one of the people worried about that, here’s what you need to know. A lot of that fear is probably coming from what you’re hearing in the media or reading online. But […]

Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help Pave the Way to Homeownership

March 3, 2024 | 0 Comments

If you’re looking to buy a home, your down payment doesn’t have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challenging step. But the reality is, you probably don’t need to put down as much as you […]

2024 Pre-Approval’s Financial Edge

March 3, 2024 | 0 Comments

On the path to homeownership in 2024? You’ve likely encountered the term pre-approval. Let’s delve into its significance for aspiring homeowners this year and look at why it’s important if you’re looking to buy a home in 2024. Empower Your Home Journey: Pre-Approval Unlocks Financial Precision In the homebuying process, your lender will review your […]

Strategic Tips for Buying Your First Home

March 3, 2024 | 0 Comments

Buying your first home is a big, exciting step and a major milestone that has the power to improve your life. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a dream you can make come true, but there are some hurdles you’ll need to overcome in today’s housing market – specifically the limited supply of homes for sale […]

Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers

March 3, 2024 | 0 Comments

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current number of homes for sale, you’ll see two reasons why. An article from Calculated Risk shows there are 15.6% more homes for sale now compared to the same week last year. That tells […]

Don’t Wait Until Spring To Sell Your House

February 7, 2024 | 0 Comments

As you think about the year ahead, one of your big goals may be moving. But, how do you know when to make your move? While spring is usually the peak homebuying season, you don’t actually need to wait until spring to sell. Here’s why. 1. Take Advantage of Lower Mortgage Rates Last October, the […]

Houses Are Still Selling Fast

February 7, 2024 | 0 Comments

Have you been thinking about selling your house? If so, here’s some good news. While the housing market isn’t as frenzied as it was during the ‘unicorn’ years when houses were selling quicker than ever, they’re still selling faster than normal. The graph below uses data from Realtor.com to tell the story of median days […]

2024 Homebuyers’ Kickstart: Pre-Approval’s Financial Edge

February 7, 2024 | 0 Comments

On the path to homeownership in 2024? You’ve likely encountered the term pre-approval. Let’s delve into its significance for aspiring homeowners this year and look at why it’s important if you’re looking to buy a home in 2024. Empower Your Home Journey: Pre-Approval Unlocks Financial Precision In the homebuying process, your lender will review your […]