First Time Home Owner

Aug. 18, 2021

Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of Demand

 

Real Estate: It’s Still a Lack of Supply, Not a Lack of Demand | MyKCM

One of the major questions real estate experts are asking today is whether prospective homebuyers still believe purchasing a home makes sense. Some claim rapidly rising home prices are impacting demand and, by extension, leading to the recent slowdown in sales activity.

However, demand isn’t …

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Aug. 17, 2021

What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean?

 

What Does Being in a Sellers’ Market Mean? | MyKCM

Whether or not you’ve been following the real estate industry lately, there’s a good chance you’ve heard we’re in a serious sellers’ market. But what does that really mean? And why are conditions today so good for people who want to list their house?

It …

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Aug. 11, 2021

Are Houses Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades?

 

Are Houses Less Affordable Than They Were in Past Decades? | MyKCM

There are many headlines about how housing affordability is declining. The headlines are correct: it’s less affordable to purchase a home today than it was a year ago. However, it’s important to give this trend context. Is it less expensive to buy a house today than …

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Aug. 10, 2021

Looking for a Place To Call Home? Consider a Condominium.

 

Looking for a Place To Call Home? Consider a Condominium. | MyKCM

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 …

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Aug. 2, 2021

Key Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home

 

Key Questions To Ask Yourself Before Buying a Home | MyKCM

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 …

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July 30, 2021

Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You

 

Waiting To Buy a Home Could Cost You [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Some Highlights

  • If you’re thinking of buying a home but wondering if waiting a few years will save you in the long run, think again.
  • The longer the wait, the more you’ll pay, especially when mortgage rates and home prices rise. Even the …
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July 19, 2021

What You Should Do Before Interest Rates Rise

 

What You Should Do Before Interest Rates Rise | MyKCM

In today’s real estate market, mortgage interest rates are near record lows. If you’ve been in your current home for several years and haven’t refinanced lately, there’s a good chance you have a mortgage with an interest rate higher than today’s average. Here are some options …

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July 15, 2021

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns

 

Diving Deep into Today’s Biggest Buyer Concerns | MyKCM

Last week, Fannie Mae released their Home Purchase Sentiment Index (HPSI). Though the survey showed 77% of respondents believe it’s a “good time to sell,” it also confirms what many are sensing: an increasing number of Americans believe it’s a “bad time to buy” a home. …

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July 9, 2021

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places

 

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Some Highlights

  • The amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically.
  • On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000.
  • When it’s time to …
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July 7, 2021

The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear

 

The Truths Young Homebuyers Need To Hear | MyKCM

For many young or first-time homebuyers, purchasing a home can feel intimidating. A recent survey shows some homebuyers ages 25 to 40 may be unsure about the homebuying process and what they can afford. It found:

  • “1 in 4 underestimated their buying potential by …
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