Buying a Home

Aug. 15, 2024

Is Affordability Starting To Improve?



Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it's getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at the National ...

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Aug. 8, 2024

Helpful Negotiation Tactics for Today’s Housing Market



If you haven’t already heard, homebuyers are regaining some negotiating power in today’s market. And while that doesn’t make this a buyer’s market, it does mean buyers may be able to ask for a little more. So, sellers need to be ready for that possibility and know what they’re ...

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July 26, 2024

A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly



If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses that have already been lived in), but that’s not always the case. In fact, exploring newly built homes can sometimes lead ...

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June 13, 2024

Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up



You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three homes on the market are newly built. And if you’re wondering what that means for the housing market and for your own move, here’s what you need to know ...

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May 9, 2024

Tips for Younger Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality



If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: will I ever be able to buy a home? And chances are, you’re worried that’s not going to be in the cards with inflation, rising home pricesmortgage rates, and more ...

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March 28, 2024

Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership




In today's housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, while only 10% are single men.

If you're a single woman trying to buy your first home ...

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March 21, 2024

Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?



Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here's some information that can help you decide.

What’s Next for Home Prices?

Each quarter, Fannie Mae and Pulsenomics publish the ...

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Feb. 13, 2024

Winning Plays for Buying a Home in Today’s Market




Some Highlights

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Posted in Buying a Home, Economy
Jan. 15, 2024

Homeownership Is Still at the Heart of the American Dream



Buying a home is a powerful decision, and it remains at the heart of the American Dream. Unlike renting, owning a home means more than just having a place to live – it offers a sense of belonging, stability, and freedom. According to Nicole Bachaud, Senior Economist at Zillow ...

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Jan. 4, 2024

Thinking About Buying a Home? Ask Yourself These Questions



If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent, conversations with friends and loved ones, the list goes on and on ...

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