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Preparing Your Finances for Homeownership: An In-Depth Guide
Learn about understanding the financial implications, building a solid credit history, saving for a down payment, budgeting for additional costs, and getting pre-approved for a mortgage.
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The Power of FHA Loans: Advantages, Disadvantages, and When to Choose Them
Discover the advantages and downsides of FHA loans, the popular financing option offered by the Federal Housing Administration. From lower down payments to mortgage insurance premiums, this in-depth blog post explores what makes FHA loans a viable choice for homebuyers and helps you determine whether they're the right fit for your homeownership goals.
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Streamline Your Mortgage Process: Dos and Don'ts of Organizing Financial Papers
Discover essential dos and don'ts for organizing your financial papers during the mortgage application and homebuying process.
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Why Today's Housing Market Won't Crash
Discover why today's housing market won't crash and gain valuable insights for homebuyers and sellers to stay informed and make wise decisions.
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The Importance of Getting Pre-Approved During Homebuying Season
Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is a must if you plan on buying a home during the high-demand spring and summer months.
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The 3 Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today
Learn about the three key factors that affect home affordability in today's real estate market - mortgage rates, home prices, and household income.
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4 Reasons Why FHA Loans Are the Perfect Choice for First-Time Homebuyers
FHA loans might be the perfect option for you! With lower down payment requirements, flexible credit requirements, and fixed interest rates, they make homeownership more accessible.
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Why Aren’t Home Prices Crashing?
Despite the fact that we are no longer experiencing the buyer frenzy that drove up home values during the pandemic, national prices have remained relatively flat.
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Why Buying a Home Is a Sound Decision
If you're thinking about buying a house, you want to make sure it's a good decision. For many, this means considering what home prices are expected to do in the coming years and how that may affect your investment.
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As a Homebuyer This Spring, Here’s How to Balance Your Wants and Needs
Because the current housing shortage influences how buyers search for a home, it is critical to prioritize what is a necessity versus what is a nice-to-have.
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Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners
Homeownership is a long game, and if you’re planning to make a move, the equity you’ve gained over time can make a big impact.
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This Spring, There Are 2 Things Sellers Should Know
A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. If you’re planning to sell your house this season, here’s what real estate experts are saying you should keep in mind.
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One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home
One of the many benefits of purchasing a home is that it is a great way to generate wealth and gain financial stability.
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Two Big Issues Affecting the Housing Market Right Now
Housing inventory is low nationwide due to rate-locked homeowners and the fear of not finding something to buy. We should expect more homes to hit the market this year as mortgage rates fall and homeowners explore all their options.
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Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?
If you're looking to buy a home, you might be considering previously owned properties. However, with so few houses on the market today, it makes sense to consider all of your options, including a newly built home.
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Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash
If you've been reading the headlines and worrying about another housing crash, rest assured that the current market is nothing like it was before the 2008 crash.
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The Fed Increases Rates and Hints at More to Come
As expected, the Fed raised policy rates by 0.25% at their February meeting. This is the smallest increase of the eight made in the last 11 months.
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Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates
The recent pullback in mortgage rates is great news – but if you’re ready to buy now, holding out for 3% is a mistake.
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Today’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years Ago
Today’s housing market is nothing like the real estate market 15 years ago. If you’re a buyer right now, this may be the chance you’ve been waiting for.
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Wondering How Much You Need To Save for a Down Payment?
If you're buying your first home, you're probably saving money, and your down payment is most likely a top priority. However, don't let a popular misconception about how much to save complicate the home buying process.
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