Scott Wynn, Author at Lending A Hand

The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

Post published:2 February, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate…

Why a Move Could Bring You More Happiness This Year

Post published:1 February, 2022
Post category:For Buyers For Sellers Move-Up Buyers

Over the past two years, we’ve lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. Because of the health crisis, many of us have spent more time at…

Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

Post published:31 January, 2022
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Interest Rates Pricing Rent vs. Buy

If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should…

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:28 January, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision. Your home inspection is a crucial…

Why Right Now Is a Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity for Sellers

Post published:27 January, 2022
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates

If you’re thinking about selling your house in 2022, you truly have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity at your fingertips. When selling anything, you always hope for strong demand for the item…

Are You a Homeowner Thinking About Climate Change?

Post published:26 January, 2022
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers

Americans are more aware than ever of the effects climate change and natural disasters can have on their homes. According to a report from realtor.com: “More than 3 in 4…

The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

Post published:25 January, 2022
Post category:Demographics First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Gen Z

Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to…

Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

Post published:24 January, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Move-Up Buyers

You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in…

Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:21 January, 2022
Post category:For Buyers Housing Market Updates Infographics

Some Highlights According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row. Real estate tops the list because you’re not…

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

Post published:20 January, 2022
Post category:Buying Myths For Buyers Housing Market Updates

One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the ultimate…