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Mortgage Interest Rates are Still Going Up… Should You Wait to Buy?

[ad_1] Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased by close to a quarter of a percent over the last several weeks. Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association, and the National Association of…
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Should I Buy Now? Or Wait Until Next Year? [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: The cost of waiting to buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time. Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 5.2%…
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Are Home Prices Softening or Are They Falling?

[ad_1] We are beginning to see reports that more housing inventory is coming to the market and that buyer demand may not be increasing at the same pace it did earlier this year. The result will be many headlines written to address the impact…
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The Cost of NOT Paying PMI

[ad_1] Saving for a down payment is often the biggest hurdle for a first-time homebuyer as median incomes, rents, and home prices all vary depending on where you live. There is a common misconception among homebuyers that a 20% down payment…
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Where Are Mortgage Interest Rates Headed In 2019?

[ad_1] The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment; the higher the rate, the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to know where rates are headed when deciding to start your…
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How Much Has Your Home Increased in Value?

[ad_1] Home values have risen dramatically over the last twelve months. In CoreLogic’s most recent Home Price Index Report, they revealed that national home prices have increased by 6.2% year-over-year. CoreLogic broke down appreciation…
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Home Prices: The Difference 5 Years Makes

[ad_1] CoreLogic recently released their Home Price Index Report. One of the key indicators used in the report to determine the health of the housing market was home price appreciation. CoreLogic focused on appreciation from July 2013…
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Home Prices: The Difference 5 Years Makes

[ad_1] CoreLogic recently released their Home Price Index Report. One of the key indicators used in the report to determine the health of the housing market was home price appreciation. CoreLogic focused on appreciation from July 2013…
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Is Buying a Home Really More Stressful Than Planning a Wedding? [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: According to a new survey from Open Listings, 62% of Americans ages 25-54 believe that buying a home is more stressful than planning a wedding. Many young couples are saving for a wedding and a home at the same time. The…
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Is Buying a Home Really More Stressful Than Planning a Wedding? [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: According to a new survey from Open Listings, 62% of Americans ages 25-54 believe that buying a home is more stressful than planning a wedding. Many young couples are saving for a wedding and a home at the same time. The…
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Are Homebuyers Starting to Hit the ‘Pause’ Button?

[ad_1] For the last several years, buyer demand has far exceeded the housing supply available for sale. This low supply and high demand have led to home prices appreciating by an average of 6.2% annually since 2012. With this being said,…
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Are Homebuyers Starting to Hit the ‘Pause’ Button?

[ad_1] For the last several years, buyer demand has far exceeded the housing supply available for sale. This low supply and high demand have led to home prices appreciating by an average of 6.2% annually since 2012. With this being said,…