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After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may ... » Learn More about What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates

One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: ... » Learn More about One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

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According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable. ... » Learn More about How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of ... » Learn More about A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: ... » Learn More about The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now

To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than there were at this time last year, but inventory is still historically low. So, if a house has been sitting on the market ... » Learn More about Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

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