by Jamie Saylor | Dec 11, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today – whether it’s your starter home or just one you’ve fallen in love with along the way – might not be your forever home. The good news is, it’s okay to admit if your house no longer fits your needs. According to...
by Jamie Saylor | Dec 10, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers
Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them: Refinance: If you already own a home, you...
by Jamie Saylor | Dec 9, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Saving for a down payment is a key step in the homebuying process, and it’s not the only piece you need to include in your budget. Another factor that’s important to plan for is the closing costs required to obtain a mortgage. What Are Closing Costs? According...
by Jamie Saylor | Dec 6, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, Infographics, Millennials
Some Highlights: According to NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the median age of all first-time homebuyers is 32. With more millennials entering a homebuying phase of life, they are driving a large portion of the buyer appetite in the market,...
by Jamie Saylor | Dec 5, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
Some are reporting that there is trepidation regarding the real estate market in the United States. Apparently, the American people are quite comfortable. Porch.com, a major network helping homeowners with their renovation projects, recently conducted a survey which...
by Jamie Saylor | Dec 3, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Did you know that each year in the United States, we celebrate “National Roof Over Your Head Day” on December 3rd? As noted on the National Calendar, it was “created as a day to be thankful for what you have, starting with the roof over your head. There are many...