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What’s Going On With Home Prices?

[ad_1] According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Insights Report, national home prices in August were up 5.5% from August 2017. This marks the first time since June 2016 that home prices did not appreciate by at least 6.0% year-over-year. CoreLogic’s…
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The True Cost of NOT Owning Your Home

[ad_1] Owning a home has great financial benefits, yet many continue to rent! Today, let’s look at the financial reasons why owning a home of your own has been a part of the American Dream for the entirety of America’s existence. Realtor.com reported that: “Buying…
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Are We About to Enter a Buyers’ Market?

[ad_1] Home sales are below last year’s levels, home values are appreciating at a slower pace, and there are reports showing purchasing demand softening. This has some thinking we may be entering a buyers’ market after sellers have had…
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2 Factors to Watch in Today’s Real Estate Market Whether Buying or Selling

[ad_1] When it comes to buying or selling a home there are many factors you should consider. Where you want to live, why you want to buy or sell, and who will help you along your journey are just some of those factors. When it comes to today’s…
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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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4 Reasons to Sell This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply that is needed for a normal housing market. Buyers are often competing with one another for the listings that are available. Perhaps the time has come for you…
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25% of Homes with a Mortgage are Now Equity Rich!

[ad_1] Rising home prices have been in the news a lot lately and much of the focus has been on whether home prices are accelerating too quickly, as well as how sustainable the growth in prices really is. One of the often-overlooked benefits…