If you are like many people who are shopping for a new home, you are probably keeping an eye on interest rate predictions. Once you find your perfect new home and begin the loan application, you will want to secure the lowest interest rate possible. This process will lead you to examine the options available through Rate-Lock Programs.
Congratulations! You are buying a new home! You are making many decisions on the details involved in closing the purchase transaction, and preparing for the move. Buying a Home Warranty plan is one of the topics you will need to research to determine if it is a good choice for you.
This article written by Devon Thorsby for U.S. News provides valuable insights on real estate market trends for 2019. Whether you are a seller, buyer, or renter, the article is an easy read and provides details about how the housing market could affect you in 2019.
Have you been sitting on the fence about buying a home? This article includes information about the cost of waiting.
According to Realtor.com’s 2019 National Housing Forecast, home prices and interest rates will increase again in 2019, as they did in 2018: https://www.realtor.com/research/2019-national-housing-forecast/
According to a recent article written by Devon Thorsby for usnews.com, the increase in home purchase and rental prices are causing many to be displaced from the neighborhoods they have lived in for years. The article is filled with valuable information including ways to fight being forced from your community by becoming a more active member in it.
It is often said that location is the most important aspect to consider when purchasing a home, however for many the decision is driven by size and amenities. Both location and size are crucial factors, but which is more important to you depends on what matches your lifestyle.
Median home prices are on the rise in America, with the current median home price at $295,000. Many potential home buyers presume they need a 20% down payment, which causes them to think they can’t afford to buy a home. While 20% down may be a standard, there are several home mortgage loan programs that require little or no money down.
Investing in real estate is not the right choice for everyone, and investing in commercial real estate is not the right choice for many. However, it may be the right choice for you. If you have already purchased a home or two, and you have considered investing in residential or commercial real estate, we encourage you to read the following articles:
A recent article from Realtor.com provides great news for California homeowners as it reveals a 12.3% annual increase in California home equity values. According to the article other states that were leaders in the nation for increased home equity are Washington, Nevada, Hawaii, and Massachusetts.
Most homeowners today have considered adding solar to their home. The federal government and some states offer incentives to encourage property owners, both residential and commercial, to consider this upgrade to their property.