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What Buyers and Sellers Need To Know About the Appraisal Gap

[ad_1] It’s economy 101 – when supply is low and demand is high, prices naturally rise. That’s what’s happening in today’s housing market. Home prices are appreciating at near-historic rates, and that’s creating some challenges…
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The Difference in Net Worth Between Homeowners and Renters Is Widening

[ad_1] Becoming financially secure is an important goal for many people today, but some don’t realize just how much homeownership can help them achieve that dream. A recent report, The Journey Toward Financial Freedom, surveys Americans…
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Your Checklist To Get Ready To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights When it comes to selling your house, you want it to look its best inside and out. It’s important to focus on tasks that can make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal for prospective buyers. Let’s…
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Buying a Home Young is the Key to Building Wealth

[ad_1] Homeowners who purchase their homes before the age of 35 are better prepared for retirement at age 60, according to a new Urban Institute study. The organization surveyed adults who turned 60 or 61 between 2003 and 2015 for their data…
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Buying a House This Year? This Should Be Your 1st Step!

[ad_1] In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes outnumbers the number of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show that…
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The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: With interest rates still around 4.5%, now is a great time to look back at where rates have been over the last 40 years. Rates are projected to climb to 5.0% by this time next year according to Freddie Mac. The…
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The Best Time to List Your House? TODAY!

[ad_1] You may have heard that the housing market is softening. There is no doubt that buyer traffic has decreased. There are fewer purchasers in the market than there were last month and at this time last year. What you may not have heard,…
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Is the Recent Dip in Interest Rates Here to Stay?

[ad_1] Interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage climbed consistently throughout 2018 until the middle of November. After that point, rates returned to levels that we saw in August to close out the year at 4.55%, according to Freddie…
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Buying A Vacation Property? Now Is A Good Time!

[ad_1] Every year around this time, many homeowners begin the process of preparing their homes in case of extreme winter weather. Some others skip winter all together by escaping to their vacation homes in a warmer climate. For those homeowners…
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Want to Get the Most Money from The Sale of Your Home? Use These 2 Tips!

[ad_1] Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensure that you get the highest price…
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Top Renovations to Complete Before You Sell Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

[ad_1] Some Highlights: If you are planning on listing your house for sale this year, here are the top four home improvement projects that will net you the most Return on Investment (ROI). Minor bathroom renovations can go a long way toward…
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Belief in Homeownership as an Investment is Far from Dead

[ad_1] Following last year’s real estate market was like riding a rollercoaster. The market started off strong in 2018 and then softened before finishing with a mild flurry. However, one thing that did not waiver was America’s belief…