Buying Myths Archives - Page 12 of 17

The Do’s and Don’ts after Applying for a Mortgage

Post published:21 December, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers

Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. You’re undoubtedly excited about the opportunity to…

Winning as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:11 December, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Buying a home in today’s sellers’ market doesn’t have to feel like an uphill battle. Here are four ways to make sure you’re positioned for success when making…

A New Way to Shop for Homes in a Virtual World

Post published:3 December, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Selling Myths

In a year when we’re learning to do so much remotely, homebuying is no exception. From going to work to attending school, grocery shopping, and even seeing our doctors online,…

Knowledge Is Power on the Path to Homeownership

Post published:1 December, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths Demographics Down Payments First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Gen Z Interest Rates Millennials

Homeownership is on the goal list for many young adults, but sometimes it’s hard to know exactly how to get there. From understanding the homebuying process to pre-approval and down…

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You

Post published:3 November, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Pricing Rent vs. Buy

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues to rise. With today’s low mortgage rates, there’s great opportunity for current renters to make a move into homeownership that stretches…

How Down Payment Assistance Opens the Door to Homeownership

Post published:27 October, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths Down Payments First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Move-Up Buyers

Many people are eager to buy a home right now while affordability continues to be a highlight of the current housing market. However, a recent survey by Sparks Research shows…

Bad credit, but want to buy a home? [HOME LOAN RULES]

Post published:21 October, 2020
Post category:Buy Buying Myths Credit & Debts FHA For Buyers Home Buyers YouTube

Can you buy a home with bad credit? Well, it depends on what you consider to be "bad" but what I can tell you is that you don't need "great"…

Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment?

Post published:13 October, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths Down Payments For Buyers Millennials Pricing

One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers is how much you’ll need to save for a down payment. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to put 20%…

Do Not Buy a House If… [advice for home buyers]

Post published:3 October, 2020
Post category:Buy Buying Myths For Buyers Home Buyers YouTube

You may not expect a licensed Mortgage Advisor, like me, to tell you, "Do Not Buy a House!" but there are times when it simply doesn't make sense or is…

Two Big Myths in the Homebuying Process

Post published:17 March, 2020
Post category:Buying Myths Demographics Down Payments First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Gen Z Millennials

The 2020 Millennial Home Buyer Report shows how this generation is not really any different from previous ones when it comes to homeownership goals: “The majority of millennials not only…