Archive: January 2021

Financial Fundamentals for Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics | January 22, 2021
Financial Fundamentals for Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you even start to look at houses. From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you keep your financial plan on track from the beginning. Let’s connect today to make sure you have…

What Experts Are Saying about the 2021 Job Market
Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates | January 21, 2021
What Experts Are Saying about the 2021 Job Market

Earlier this month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their most recent Jobs Report. The report revealed that the economy lost 140,000 jobs in December. That’s a devastating number and dramatically impacts those households that lost a source of income. However, we need to give it some context. Greg Ip, Chief Economics Commentator at the Wall Street Journal (WSJ),…

Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy | January 20, 2021
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, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home prices continue to rise. According to the experts, in many cases, it’s still more affordable to…

Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | January 19, 2021
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. Many hopeful homebuyers are now wondering if they should put their plans on hold and wait for the lowest rates imaginable. However, the reality is, acting sooner rather…

How to Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality This Year
Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy | January 18, 2021
How to Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality This Year

In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and aspirations. For many Americans, one of those common goals is…