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Key Factors That Impact Affordability Today

March 9, 2022 - General Information

You can’t read an article about residential real estate without the author mentioning the affordability challenges that today’s buyers face. There’s no doubt homes are less affordable today than they were over the last two years, but that doesn’t mean [...] Read More

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Monica Foster March 9, 2022

Are Home Prices Continuing To Rise?

March 3, 2022 - General Information

Many analysts projected home price appreciation would slow dramatically in the fall of 2021 and then continue to soften throughout 2022. So far, that hasn’t happened. The major price indices are all revealing ongoing double-digit price appreciation. Here’s a look [...] Read More

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Monica Foster March 3, 2022

Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help You Achieve Homeownership

March 2, 2022 - General Information

For many homebuyers, the thought of saving for a down payment can feel daunting, especially in today’s market. That’s why, when asked what they find most difficult in the homebuying process, some buyers say it’s one of the hardest steps [...] Read More

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Monica Foster March 2, 2022

The Difference Between Renting and Owning

February 25, 2022 - General Information

Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether to rent or buy, consider the many financial benefits that come with owning a home. As a renter, you build your landlord’s wealth and face rising costs. As a homeowner, you build your own [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 25, 2022

Real Estate Voted the Best Investment Eight Years in a Row

February 21, 2022 - General Information

In an annual Gallup poll, Americans chose real estate as the best long-term investment. And it’s not the first time it’s topped the list, either. Real estate has been on a winning streak for the past eight years, consistently gaining [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 21, 2022

Are You Ready To Fall in Love with Homeownership?

February 14, 2022 - General Information

Financial benefits are always a key aspect of homeownership, but it’s also important to understand that the nonfinancial and personal benefits are why so many people genuinely fall in love with their homes. When you own your home, you likely [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 14, 2022

How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market

February 11, 2022 - General Information

Some Highlights Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big. Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 11, 2022

The Path To Homeownership Can Be Steeper for Some Americans

February 9, 2022 - General Information

As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor and recognize the past and present experiences of Black Americans. A significant part of this experience is investing in a home of their own. While equitable access to housing has come a [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 9, 2022

Don’t Let Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Dreams

February 8, 2022 - General Information

If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off your student loans before you can buy your first home? Or [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 8, 2022

The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

February 2, 2022 - General Information

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the [...] Read More

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Monica Foster February 2, 2022

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