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How a Change in Mortgage Rate Impacts Your Homebuying Budget

Post published:30 March, 2021
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers Pricing

Mortgage rates are on the rise this year, but they’re still incredibly low compared to the historic average. However, anytime there’s a change in the mortgage rate, it affects what…

Why You Should Think About Listing Prices Like an Auction’s Reserve Price

Post published:24 March, 2021
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Pricing

For generations, the homebuying process never really changed. The seller would try to estimate the market value of the home and tack on a little extra to give themselves some…

What Credit Score Do You Need for a Mortgage?

Post published:22 March, 2021
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Move-Up Buyers

According to data from the most recent Origination Insight Report by Ellie Mae, the average FICO® score on closed loans reached 753 in February. As lending standards have tightened recently, many are…

Americans See Major Home Equity Gains [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:19 March, 2021
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates Infographics Move-Up Buyers Pricing

Some Highlights Today’s home price appreciation is driving equity higher throughout the country. If your needs are changing and you’re ready for a new home, your equity may be a…

How to Make a Winning Offer on a Home

Post published:15 March, 2021
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Move-Up Buyers

Today’s homebuyers are faced with a strong sellers’ market, which means there are a lot of active buyers competing for a relatively low number of available homes. As a result,…

How to Be a Competitive Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:12 March, 2021
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights With so few houses for sale today, it’s important to be prepared when you’re ready to buy a home. Meeting with your lender early, knowing your must-haves and…

How Upset Should You Be about 3% Mortgage Rates?

Post published:9 March, 2021
Post category:Buying Myths First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Interest Rates Move-Up Buyers

Last Thursday, Freddie Mac announced that their 30-year fixed mortgage rate was over 3% (3.02%) for the first time since last July. That news dominated real estate headlines that day…

5 Reasons to Sell Your House This Spring

Post published:8 March, 2021
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Pricing Selling Myths

When selling a house, most homeowners hope for a quick and profitable transaction that puts them in a position to make a great move. If you’re waiting for the best…

How to Prepare Your House for a Winning Sale This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:5 March, 2021
Post category:For Sellers Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights With so few homes available to buy today, houses are in high demand, and they’re selling fast. That means it’s a great time to sell if you’re ready…

Is It a Good Time to Sell My House?

Post published:4 March, 2021
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Pricing Selling Myths

Last year, many homeowners thought twice about selling their houses due to the onset of the health crisis. This year, however, homeowners are beginning to regain their confidence when it…