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Lower Mortgage Rates and Your Purchasing Power
If you want to buy a home, knowing how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and how much you’ll pay each month is essential. Fortunately, rates for 30-year fixed mortgages have come down significantly since the end of October and are currently under 7%, according to Freddie Mac (see graph below): This recent trend is great news for buyers. As a…
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INFOGRAPHIC: Achieving Your Homebuying Dreams in 2024
1. Boost Your Credit Score: A strong credit score opens doors to favorable mortgage terms and interest rates. Start by checking your credit report, addressing discrepancies, and paying bills promptly. Simple steps now can lead to significant benefits when securing a mortgage. 2. Plan Your Down Payment: Saving for a down payment is a critical…
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Pre-Approval: Your Homebuying Game Changer
If you’re considering buying a home, pre-approval is a crucial part of the process you don’t want to skip. So, before you start picturing yourself in your new living room or dining on your future all-season patio, be sure you’re working with a trusted lender to prioritize this essential step. Here’s why. While home price growth is…
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Key Questions Before Home Purchase
If you’re considering buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from various channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on. Most likely, home prices and mortgage rates are coming up a lot. Here are the…
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Homeownership Success: 3 Key Strategies for 2024
If buying or selling a home is your goal for 2024, it’s essential to understand today’s housing market, know your why, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus. Over the last year, the economy greatly impacted the housing market and likely on your wallet. That’s why it’s critical to understand…
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Home Saving Tips for 2024
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to ensure you understand some of the costs you may encounter upfront. And to do that, always turn to trusted real estate professionals. They can…
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Prepare for Homeownership: Boost Your Credit Score
Buying a home might be on your mind as the new year approaches. It’s an exciting goal, and it’s never too early to start laying the groundwork. One crucial step to prepare for homeownership is building a solid credit score. Lenders review your credit to assess your ability to make timely payments, pay back debts, and more. It’s…
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Transforming Houses: The Non-Financial Joys of a Happy Home
There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of homeownership are essential, the non-financial and emotional reasons are, too. Here’s why. The word home truly means something different to everyone. Whether sharing memories with loved ones around the kitchen table or…
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2024 Housing Market: Expert Insights
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market in 2024. In 2023, higher mortgage rates, confusion over home price headlines, and a lack of homes for sale created some challenges for buyers and sellers looking to move. But what’s on the horizon for the new year? The good news…
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INFOGRAPHIC: Down Payments: What You Must Know
In the journey toward homeownership, the initial hurdle of the down payment often appears daunting. However, the reality might surprise you – your dream home may be more attainable than you think. Understanding Down Payment Requirements Contrary to common belief, you don’t necessarily need a substantial down payment to step into homeownership. Numerous loan options…