by Sonya Taylor | Oct 15, 2024 | Agent Value, Buyers, Buying Tips
For some buyers, there’s a misconception that newly built homes aren’t made to last or fall short of the quality you can find in older homes. Unfortunately, this is turning some buyers away from what may be one of their best options in today’s housing market....
by Sonya Taylor | Sep 24, 2024 | Buyers, First-Time Buyers
Believe it or not, almost 80% of first-time homebuyers qualify for down payment assistance, but only 13% actually use it. And if you’re hoping to buy a home, this is a mission-critical gap to close – fast (see graph below): Here’s what you need to know to make the...
by Sonya Taylor | Sep 10, 2024 | Affordability, Buyers, Buying Tips, Mortgage Rates
Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally your moment to jump into the market. To make sure you’re ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances,...
by Sonya Taylor | Sep 3, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips
Are you on the fence about whether to sell your house now or hold off? It’s a common dilemma, but here’s a key point to consider: your lifestyle might be the biggest factor in your decision. While financial aspects are important, sometimes the personal motivations for...
by Sonya Taylor | Aug 19, 2024 | Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Sellers
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ve probably got mortgage rates on your mind. That’s because you’ve likely heard that mortgage rates impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to factor that into your planning....
by Sonya Taylor | Jul 22, 2024 | Affordability, Buyers, Buying Tips
There’s an interesting trend happening in the housing market. People are increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is helping them do it. Consider Moving to a More Affordable Area Today’s high mortgage rates combined with continually...
