Archive: April 2022

Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers | April 11, 2022
Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year

If you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, you’re probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it. Either way, any money you get…

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers | April 8, 2022
Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. That’s because recent home price appreciation has increased your equity. Your equity grows as you pay down your loan and as your home increases in value. Over the past year, the average homeowner’s equity grew by $55,300. Ready to sell? Let’s connect to talk about how…

The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | April 7, 2022
The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You

Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago. However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist at First American, tweeted just last…

Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time Homebuyers
First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers | April 6, 2022
Remote Work Trends Mean Flexibility for First-Time Homebuyers

Today’s low inventory can be challenging for homebuyers, especially if you’re looking to purchase your first home. But if you’re one of many people who work remotely, you may have a great opportunity to use the flexibility you have at work to achieve your homebuying goals this year. In a recent report, Arch Capital Services explains how the ongoing trend…

What You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home
Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers | April 5, 2022
What You Need To Budget for When Buying a Home

When it comes to buying a home, it can feel a bit intimidating to know how much you need to save and where to find that information. But you should know, you’re not expected to have all the answers yourself. There are many trusted professionals who can help you understand your finances and what you’ll need to budget for throughout…