First Time Home Owner

Oct. 1, 2020

Buyers Are Finding More Space in the Luxury Home Market

 

Buyers Are Finding More Space in the Luxury Home Market

A year ago, additional space and extra amenities had a very different feel for homebuyers. Today, the health crisis has brought to light how valuable more square footage and carefully designed floorplans can be. Home offices, multi-purpose rooms, gyms, and theaters are becoming more popular, and …

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Sept. 30, 2020

Saving for your down payment when buying a house

 

Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment?

One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers is how much you’ll need to save for a down payment. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t always have to put 20% down to buy a house. Here’s how it breaks down.

A recent survey by 

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Sept. 29, 2020

Why knowing your credit score is important when buying a home

 

What Credit Score Do You Need To Buy A House?

There are many misconceptions about the credit score needed to buy a house. Recently, it was reported that 24% of renters believe they need a 780-800 credit score to be considered for a mortgage. The reality is they are misinformed!

Only 25% of the Americans …

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Sept. 25, 2020

Why a Pre-approval is KEY to your offer

Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?

You may have heard that pre-approval is a one of the first steps in the homebuying process. But why is it so important? When looking for a home, the temptation to fall in love with a house that’s outside your budget is very real. So, before you start …

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June 1, 2020

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

 

 

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

We’re in the back half of the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the predictions are for the remainder of 2019.

Here’s what …

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