Economy

Sept. 11, 2024

The Real Story Behind What’s Happening with Home Prices



If you’re wondering what’s going on with home prices lately, you’re definitely not the only one. With so much information out there, it can be hard to figure out your next move.

As a buyer, you might be worried about paying more than you should. And if you're thinking ...

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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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April 12, 2024

Builders Are Building Smaller Homes



There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right ...

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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
Dec. 21, 2023

Expert Quotes on the 2024 Housing Market Forecast



If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market in 2024. In 2023, higher mortgage rates, confusion over home price headlines, and a lack of homes for sale created some challenges for buyers and sellers looking ...

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Nov. 28, 2023

Why Homeowners Are Thankful They Own



Countless people have set out on the exciting journey of homeownership. Ask around and you’ll find the vast majority are thankful they took the leap and bought a home. But why? It’s because of the many emotional and lifestyle benefits that come with being a homeowner.

So, if you’re trying ...

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July 27, 2023

Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008




If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market. This may have left you with some uncertainty, especially if you're considering buying a home. It’s important to understand the context of these ...

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Nov. 3, 2022

3 Graphs Showing Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Like 2008

3 Graphs Showing Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Like 2008 | MyKCM

With all the headlines and talk in the media about the shift in the housing market, you might be thinking this is a housing bubble. It’s only natural for those thoughts to creep in that make you think it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. But ...

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Posted in Economy, Housing Market
Oct. 27, 2022

What’s Ahead for Home Prices?

What’s Ahead for Home Prices? | MyKCM

As the housing market cools in response to the dramatic rise in mortgage rates, home price appreciation is cooling as well. And if you’re following along with headlines in the media, you’re probably seeing a wide range of opinions calling for everything from falling home prices to ongoing appreciation.  ...

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