Before 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 to close on your home, you need to understand what closing costs are and how much you should budget for. Continue Reading about What You Should Know About Closing Costs
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You May Not Need as Much as You Think for Your Down Payment [INFOGRAPHIC]
Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring
Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many buyers wait until then to make their move, believing it’s the best time to find a home. However, that isn’t always the case when you factor in the competition you could face with other buyers at that time of year. If you’re ready to buy a home, here’s why it makes sense to move before the spring market picks up. Continue Reading about Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring
Key Terms To Know When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Tips To Reach Your Homebuying Goals in 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights If you’re planning to buy a home in 2023, here are a few things to focus on. Work on your credit and save for a down payment. If saving feels like a challenge, there’s help available. Then, get pre-approved, create a list of desired features, and prioritize them. Reach out to a real estate professional so you have expert advice on how to reach your homebuying goals this Continue Reading about Tips To Reach Your Homebuying Goals in 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Prioritizing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer in Today’s Market
There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher now than they were last year. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, this may be top of mind for you. That’s because those higher rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. As you set out to make a purchase this winter, you’ll need to be strategic so you can find a home that meets your needs and budget. Danielle Hale, Chief Continue Reading about Prioritizing Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer in Today’s Market
How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal
How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal If you’re thinking of buying a home today, you already know that the number of homes available for sale is low. But what does that really mean for you? As a buyer, low housing supply coupled with high buyer demand means you should be prepared to navigate a highly competitive market where homes sell fast and get multiple offers. Continue Reading about How To Navigate a Market Where Multiple Offers Is the New Normal
How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market Some Highlights Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big. Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition by getting a pre-approval letter and leaning on your expert advisors to draft a winning offer. In a sellers’ Continue Reading about How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
