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5 Real Estate Reality TV Myths Explained

August 13, 2019 - General Information

Have you ever been flipping through the channels, only to find yourself glued to the couch in an HGTV binge session? We’ve all been there, watching entire seasons of shows like “Property Brothers,” “Fixer Upper,” and “Love It or List [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 13, 2019

Rent Vs. Own

August 9, 2019 - General Information

Some Highlights: Owning your own home vs. renting may lead to some great options, such as locking in your monthly payments and having the freedom to customize your living space. Whether you rent or own, you have to cover someone’s [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 9, 2019

Why All the Chicken Littles Should Calm Down

August 8, 2019 - General Information

The U.S. Census Bureau recently released their 2019 Q2 Homeownership Report. Some began to see the sky falling, believing the report showed Americans may be stepping back from their belief in homeownership. The national homeownership rate (Americans who owned vs. [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 8, 2019

How Much Do You Know About Down Payments?

August 6, 2019 - General Information

Whether you’ve owned a home before, or you’re ready to jump into homeownership for the first time, there are always a lot of questions swirling around about what is truly required for a down payment, and how to best source [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 6, 2019

Millionaire to Millennials: The Costly Mistake of Not Buying Now

August 5, 2019 - General Information

On his personal website, self-made millionaire David Bach makes a striking statement: “Not prioritizing homeownership is the single biggest mistake millennials are making.” He further stated, “Buying a home is an escalator to wealth.” Bach explains: “Young adults in particular aren’t hopping [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 5, 2019

How to Judge the Impact of the Next Economic Slowdown on Housing

August 1, 2019 - General Information

We’ve experienced economic growth for almost a decade, which is the longest recovery in the nation’s history. Experts know a recession can’t be too far off, but when will this economic slowdown actually occur? Pulsenomics just released a special report [...] Read More

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Monica Foster August 1, 2019

3 Powerful Reasons to Buy a Home Now

July 25, 2019 - General Information

Whether you are a first-time buyer or looking to move up to the home of your dreams, now is a great time to purchase a home. Here are three major reasons to buy today. 1. Affordability Many people focus solely [...] Read More

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Monica Foster July 25, 2019

Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Three Things to Know Today

July 24, 2019 - General Information

Shifting trends and industry-leading research are pointing toward some valuable projections about the status of the housing market for the rest of the year. If you’re thinking of buying or selling, or if you just want to know what experts [...] Read More

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Monica Foster July 24, 2019

Is Renting Right for Me?

July 22, 2019 - General Information

If you’re currently renting and have dreams of owning your own home, it may be a good time to think about your next move. With rent costs rising annually and many helpful down payment assistance programs available, homeownership may be [...] Read More

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Monica Foster July 22, 2019

The Surprising Profile of the Real Estate Investor

July 18, 2019 - General Information

Over 10% of all residential homes are purchased by investors, and that number continues to rise. Who are these investors? Many have speculated that the large institutional conglomerates such as Blackstone, American Homes 4 Rent, and Colony Starwood dominate investor [...] Read More

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Monica Foster July 18, 2019

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