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Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether buying a home right now is still a good idea. While market factors are important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. Think of it this way. If you know people who bought a home 5, 10, or even…
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What’s Behind Today’s Mortgage Rate Volatility?
If you’ve been watching mortgage rates lately, you might feel like you are on a roller coaster ride. One day, rates are up; the next, they dip slightly. So, what’s driving this constant change? Let’s dive into just a few of the significant reasons why we’re seeing so much volatility and what it means for you.…
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What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the most significant factors that’s kept the number of…
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What To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025
Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts offer some promising forecasts, especially regarding two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices. Whether you’re thinking of buying or selling, here’s what the experts say and how it might impact your move. Mortgage Rates Are Forecast…
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The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment
Did you know? Homeowners can often put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why, as home equity reaches a new height, the median down payment has, too. According to the latest data from Redfin,…
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Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home
If you’ve been wanting to sell your house and move up to a bigger or nicer home, you’re not alone. A recent Inman survey reveals the top motivator for today’s homebuyers is the desire for more space or an upgraded home (see graph below): But there’s also a good chance you, like many others, have been holding off on that…
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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back
If you’ve hesitated to list your house because you’re worried no one will buy it, here’s your sign that it may be time to talk with an agent. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday…
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The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year
A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around the corner. Your sweet spot is…
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How the Federal Reserve’s Next Move Could Impact the Housing Market
Now that it’s September, all eyes are on the Federal Reserve (the Fed). The overwhelming expectation is that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at their meeting, driven primarily by recent signs that inflation is cooling and the job market is slowing down. Mark Zandi, Chief Economist at Moody’s Analytics, said: “They’re ready to cut, just as long as we don’t…
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2025 Housing Market Forecasts: What To Expect
Looking ahead to 2025, it’s essential to know what experts are projecting for the housing market. Whether you’re considering buying or selling a home next year, having a clear picture of what they are for can help you make the best possible decision regarding your homeownership plans. Here’s an early look at the most recent projections…