[:en]Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership[:]
[:en]No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly yours.
What You Should Know About Closing Costs
Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what […]
How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash
67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing like it was before the […]
Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years
The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, this is a great time to do so. Your house would be welcome […]
How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate
As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a steeper climb for households of color. It’s an important experience to […]
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House
Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on their current house. And while today’s rates have started […]
What Makes a Strong Home Offer?
When you’re making an offer on a home, you want to be sure that your offer is as strong as possible. There are a few key factors that can make or break your chances of getting your offer accepted. If you’re not too keen on offering to pay someone else’s closing costs, and you don’t […]
What Is Most Important to Home Buyers?
There are many factors to consider when purchasing a home, but what do home buyers really care about most? According to a recent survey of 2,000 home buyers, the three most important factors in their decision-making process were location (74%), price (73%), and size (51%). While these may be the top three concerns of those […]
Can I Buy a House if I Make $45,000 a Year?
If you’re wondering how much house you can afford with a salary of $45,000 per year, you’re not alone. Many people are in the same boat, trying to figure out the best way to budget their money and make ends meet. There are a few different factors that come into play when determining how much […]
