Even in an ideal market, finding the right home and getting an offer accepted can be a challenge for homebuyers. When inventory is low, it becomes even more crucial to have the right professionals by your side to ensure you have an effective strategy and understand how to compete in ... More
In mid-2020, home price growth reached historic levels, with the year-over-year (YoY) index demonstrating a huge increase in property values. For much of the pandemic, mortgage rates were also at near-historic lows, which helped to offset some of the impacts of rapid home price growth. More
During the home-buying process, you should find a property you like and then get a mortgage pre-approval, right? Not exactly. While both of those are important steps in your journey, getting pre-approved needs to be at the top ... More
The current U.S. weekly average for mortgage rates on a 30-year loan as of 4/26/2024 is 7.17%. Like most homebuyers, you probably find these high mortgage rates discouraging. ... More
Is your stress about making the down payment stopping you from taking the plunge and buying a home? We get it; the thought of putting a huge sum of money down can be daunting. The good news, though, is that there are some great down payment assistance programs out there ... More
What comes to mind when you think of a “starter home”? “Cheap,” “run-down,” and “bad investment” are all popular associations with the term. However, more first-time buyers are turning the notion of a More
Before you start looking for your first home, you’ll want to meet with your lender for mortgage pre-approval. This is an essential first step to secure most types of loans, including conventional, fixed-rate home ... More
If you thought buying your first home felt like a whirlwind, wait until you decide to purchase your second home. You may find yourself longing for the simpler process of ... More
