If you’ve been skipping over newly built homes in your search, you might be doing so based on outdated assumptions. Let’s clear up a few of the most common myths, so you don’t miss out on a solid opportunity. Myth 1: New Homes Are More Expensive It’s easy to assume a new build will costContinue reading “Are These Myths About Buying a Newly Built Home Holding You Back?”
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Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets
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 tale of two markets. What’s a Buyer’s Market vs. aContinue reading “Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets”
The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading
There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And spoiler alert – it’s not a crash. Yes, in some local markets, prices are flattening orContinue reading “The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading”
The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective
Headlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets. And if you’re beginning to second guess your plans based on what you’re hearing in the media, here’s what you need to know. It’s true that a few metros are seeing slight price drops. But don’t let that overshadow this simple truth. Home valuesContinue reading “The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective”
Many Veterans Don’t Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit
For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home. But even though a lot of Veterans have access to this powerful program, the majority don’t know about one of its core benefits. According to a report from Veterans United only 3 in 10 Veterans are aware they may be able to buy aContinue reading “Many Veterans Don’t Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit”
What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees
When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees. While you won’t necessarily have these, you should know it’s a possibility, depending on where you decide to live. A homeowners association is basicallyContinue reading “What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees”
Tips For First Time Home Buyers
Deciding to purchase your first home is exciting, but you probably also have lots of questions. Here are some tips for first-time homebuyers. Start by checking your credit score. Good credit is one of the most important factors to qualify for a loan these days. Before you start looking at houses, you’ll want to knowContinue reading “Tips For First Time Home Buyers”
