by hjadmin | Aug 23, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Mortgage rates are hovering near record lows, and that’s good news for today’s homebuyers. The graph below shows mortgage rates dating back to 2016 and where today falls by comparison. Generally speaking, when rates are low, you can afford more home for your money....
by hjadmin | Aug 20, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics
Some Highlights With a housing market this competitive, sometimes you have to think outside the box. Work with your trusted real estate advisors to do things like assess your budget, expand your search radius, look into other options, and determine your true needs. If...
by hjadmin | Aug 19, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Rent vs. Buy
There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist for First American, explains...
by hjadmin | Aug 10, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
It’s no secret that one of the top stories in today’s real estate market is low housing supply and high buyer demand. If you’re a first-time buyer looking for a starter home or are someone who’s interested in downsizing, it may be worth considering a condominium...
by hjadmin | Aug 3, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. As it notes: “Beyond simply recovering to pre-pandemic...
by hjadmin | Aug 2, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Sometimes it can feel like everyone has advice when it comes to buying a home. While your friends and loved ones may have your best interests in mind, they may also be missing crucial information about today’s housing market that you need to make your best decision....
