Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 13, 2023, 11:30 amBefore 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 […]
How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 10, 2023, 11:30 am Some Highlights In today’s housing market, you can still be the champion if you have the right team and strategy. To win as a buyer, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out […]
Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 9, 2023, 11:30 am67% 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 […]
Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 8, 2023, 11:30 amThe 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 […]
How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 7, 2023, 11:30 amAs 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 […]
The Top Reasons for Selling Your House
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 6, 2023, 11:30 amMany 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 […]
You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 3, 2023, 11:30 am Some Highlights Many people believe you need to put down 20% of the purchase price when you buy a home. But recent homebuyers actually put down far less on their purchase. And with programs like FHA loans, VA loans, and USDA loans, some qualified […]
Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 2, 2023, 11:30 amThe housing market has gone through a lot of change recently, and much of that was a result of how quickly mortgage rates rose last year. …Read Full Article
Should You Rent Your House or Sell It?
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: February 1, 2023, 11:30 amIf you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental property instead of selling it. A short-term rental (STR) is typically offered as an alternative to a hotel, and they’re an investment that’s […]
Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market
Article by: Simplifying the MarketOriginally Published: January 31, 2023, 11:30 amAs mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market slowed down. And as a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. That meant some homeowners decided to press pause on selling. …Read Full Article
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