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How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

Buying Myths · Down Payments · First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Housing Market Updates · Move-Up Buyers

According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that…

The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Sellers · Infographics · Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. The number of homes for sale is up from last year but below…

Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?

First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Move-Up Buyers · New Construction

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built.The Number…

[:en]Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership[:]

First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Move-Up Buyers

[:en]No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it…

What You Should Know About Closing Costs

First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Move-Up Buyers

Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught…

How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Infographics · Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights In today’s housing market, you can still be the champion if you have the right team and strategy. To win as a buyer, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of…

You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying Myths · Down Payments · First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Infographics · Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Many people believe you need to put down 20% of the purchase price when you buy a home. But recent homebuyers actually put down far less on their purchase. And with programs like FHA loans, VA loans, and…

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

For Sellers · Housing Market Updates · Move-Up Buyers

As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling.Now, however, rates…

Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

For Sellers · Housing Market Updates · Move-Up Buyers · New Construction

There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to move. No matter your motivations, before you list your current house, you need to consider where you’ll go next.In today’s market, it makes sense to explore all your options.…

Homeownership Builds Your Wealth over Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers · For Buyers · Infographics · Move-Up Buyers · Pricing

Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership. On average, nationwide, home prices appreciated by 288.7% over the last 32 years. That means homeowners grow their net…