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A Window of Opportunity for Homebuyers

Post published:26 July, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers

Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result, the market…

What’s Causing Ongoing Home Price Appreciation?

Post published:25 July, 2022
Post category:For Buyers For Sellers Housing Market Updates Pricing

If you’re thinking about making a move, you probably want to know what’s going to happen to home prices for the rest of the year. While experts say price growth…

Great News About Housing Inventory [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:22 July, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Infographics Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Experts say the number of homes for sale is growing this year, and that can have a big impact on your move. If you’re planning to buy, additional…

The 6 Best No & Low Down Payment Mortgage Options

Post published:21 July, 2022
Post category:Buy Buying Myths Conventional Down Payment Down Payments FHA For Buyers USDA VA

One of the most common misconceptions about buying a home is that you need at least 20% down payment. You'll soon realize that you do not need 20% down and,…

Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall? Think Again

Post published:21 July, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers Pricing

Over the last two years, the rate of home prices appreciated at a dramatic pace. While that led to incredible equity gains for homeowners, it’s also caused some buyers to…

Should You Buy a Home with Inflation This High?

Post published:20 July, 2022
Post category:Buying Myths For Buyers Pricing

While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still going up. You no doubt are feeling the pinch on…

Why Pre-Approval Is a Game Changer for Homebuyers

Post published:19 July, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Move-Up Buyers

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you might have heard that pre-approval is a necessary step to take before starting out on your journey. But why is…

10 Reasons CHFA FirstStep is Perfect for Colorado First Time Home Buyers

Post published:18 July, 2022
Post category:Down Payment Down Payment & Closing Costs Down Payment Assistance Down Payments FHA First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Home Buyers

Unfortunately, many would-be first time home buyers delay their home purchase longer than necessary to save enough money for down payment.According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), "one of…

Wondering Where You’ll Move if You Sell Your House Today?

Post published:18 July, 2022
Post category:For Sellers Housing Market Updates Move-Up Buyers New Construction

If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back…

Should I Rent or Should I Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Post published:15 July, 2022
Post category:First Time Home Buyers For Buyers Infographics Rent vs. Buy

Some Highlights It’s worth considering the many benefits of homeownership before you make the decision to rent or buy a home. When you buy, you can stabilize your housing costs,…