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Why It’s Easy to Fall in Love with Homeownership

February 12, 2021 - General Information

Some Highlights Homeownership provides comfort, stability, and security, and it makes you feel more connected to your community. Your home is something to be proud of and is uniquely yours, so you can customize it to your heart’s desire. If [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 12, 2021

47% of New Buyers Surprised by How Affordable Homes Are Today

February 11, 2021 - General Information

Headlines matter. Right now, it’s hard to read about real estate without seeing a headline that suggests homes have become unaffordable for most Americans. In reality, there’s hard evidence that shows how owning a home is more affordable than renting [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 11, 2021

6 Foundational Benefits of Homeownership Today

February 8, 2021 - General Information

Over the past year, our homes have become an integral part of our lives more than ever. They’re much more than the houses we live in. They’re our workplaces, virtual schools, and safe havens that provide shelter, stability, and protection [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 8, 2021

Why Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision

February 4, 2021 - General Information

In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 4, 2021

Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?

February 3, 2021 - General Information

Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 3, 2021

Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.

February 2, 2021 - General Information

Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 2, 2021

What’s the Difference between an Appraisal and a Home Inspection?

January 26, 2021 - General Information

If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the [...] Read More

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Monica Foster January 26, 2021

Why Moving May Be Just the Boost You Need

January 25, 2021 - General Information

As we look back over the past year, we’ve certainly lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. After spending so much more time at home throughout the health crisis, some are wondering if they should move [...] Read More

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Monica Foster January 25, 2021

Financial Fundamentals for Homebuyers

January 22, 2021 - General Information

Some Highlights When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you even start to look at houses. From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to [...] Read More

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Monica Foster January 22, 2021

Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One

January 20, 2021 - General Information

If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in [...] Read More

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Monica Foster January 20, 2021

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