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Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.
Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing | February 2, 2021
Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.

Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely take into consideration monthly housing costs, tax advantages, and other incremental expenses. Using these measurements, recent studies show that…

Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice
For Buyers, For Sellers | February 1, 2021
Turn to an Expert for the Best Advice, Not Perfect Advice

As we approach the anniversary of the hardships we’ve faced through this pandemic and the subsequent recession, it’s normal to reflect on everything that’s changed and wonder what’s ahead for 2021. While there are signs of economic recovery as vaccines are being issued, we still have a long way to go. It’s at times like these we want exact information…

Is Right Now the Right Time to Sell? [INFOGRAPHIC]
For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers | January 29, 2021
Is Right Now the Right Time to Sell? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights If you’re on the fence about selling your house, now is a great time to take advantage of sky-high demand, low supply, and fierce buyer competition. With buyer demand rising and historically low inventory for sale, if you’re in a position to move, your house may really stand out from the crowd. Let’s connect today to get your…

What Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You
For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates | January 28, 2021
What Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You

The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year. One challenge to the housing industry, however, is the lack of homes available for sale today. Last week, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) released their Existing Home Sales…

What Happens When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?
Distressed Properties, For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates | January 27, 2021
What Happens When Homeowners Leave Their Forbearance Plans?

According to the latest report from Black Knight, Inc., a well-respected provider of data and analytics for mortgage companies, 6.48 million households have entered a forbearance plan as a result of financial concerns brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s where these homeowners stand right now: 2,543,000 (39%) are current on their payments and have left the program 625,000 (9%)…