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What Are the Benefits of a 20% Down Payment?

If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down payment. Many people may think it’s 20%…

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March 1, 2021

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Where Have All the Houses Gone?

In today’s housing market, it seems harder than ever to find a home to buy. Before the health crisis hit us a year ago, there was already a shortage of…

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February 22, 2021

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Home Mortgage Rates by Decade

Some Highlights Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably over the past year, and compared to what we’ve seen in recent decades, it’s a great time to buy a home. Locking…

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February 19, 2021

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Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?

With mortgage interest rates hitting record lows so many times recently, some are wondering if we’ll see low rates continue throughout 2021, or if they’ll start to rise. Recently, Freddie Mac released their quarterly forecast,…

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February 18, 2021

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Thinking about Building a New Home? Your Agent Is Critical.

Some Highlights A real estate professional is an expert who can advocate on your behalf throughout the process when building a home. Agents help you understand key steps, like choosing…

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February 8, 2021

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Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?

Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the…

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February 4, 2021

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Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One

If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however,…

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January 26, 2021

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Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?

Historically low mortgage rates are a big motivator for homebuyers right now. In 2020 alone, rates hit new record-lows 16 times, and the trend continued into the early part of this year.…

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January 19, 2021

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What Does 2021 Have in Store for Home Values?

According to the latest CoreLogic Home Price Insights Report, nationwide home values increased by 8.2% over the last twelve months. The dramatic rise was brought about as the inventory of homes for sale reached…

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January 12, 2021

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Is This the Year to Sell My House?

If one of the questions you’re asking yourself is, “Should I sell my house this year?” consumer sentiment about selling today should boost your confidence in the right direction. Even with the…

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January 7, 2021

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What Are the Benefits of a 20% Down Payment?

Where Have All the Houses Gone?

Home Mortgage Rates by Decade

Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?

Thinking about Building a New Home? Your Agent Is Critical.

Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?

Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One

Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?

What Does 2021 Have in Store for Home Values?

Is This the Year to Sell My House?

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