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Buying a home can be SCARY…Until you know the FACTS [INFOGRAPHIC]

Buying a home can be SCARY…Until you know the FACTS [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Jamie Saylor | Oct 25, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics

Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home. This stops many people from even trying to jump into homeownership! Here are some facts to help take the fear out of the process: 71% of...
What FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?

What FICO® Score Do You Need to Qualify for a Mortgage?

by Jamie Saylor | Oct 8, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers

It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers have misconceptions regarding what exactly is required to get the loans they need. While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the average...
62% of Buyers Are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

62% of Buyers Are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

by Jamie Saylor | Oct 7, 2019 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers

Contrary to common misconception, a down payment is often much less than many believe. According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a home in today’s market: “More than 6 in...
Homeowners Are Happy! Renters? Not So Much.

Homeowners Are Happy! Renters? Not So Much.

by Jamie Saylor | Sep 26, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

When people talk about homeownership and the American Dream, much of the conversation revolves around the financial benefits of owning a home. However, two recent studies show that the non-financial benefits might be even more valuable. In a recent survey, Bank of...
Are You Ready for the ‘Black Friday’ of Real Estate?

Are You Ready for the ‘Black Friday’ of Real Estate?

by Jamie Saylor | Sep 25, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

According to a new study from realtor.com, the week of September 22 is the best time of year to buy a home, making it ‘Black Friday’ for homebuyers. Every year, ‘Black Friday’ is a highly anticipated event for eager shoppers. Some people prepare for weeks, crafting...
What Is the Probability That Home Values Sink?

What Is the Probability That Home Values Sink?

by Jamie Saylor | Sep 12, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers

With the current uncertainty about the economy triggered by a potential trade war, some people are waiting to purchase their first home or move-up to their dream house because they think or hope home prices will drop over the next few years. However, the experts...
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