by Jason Richardson | May 6, 2021 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no...
by Jason Richardson | Apr 6, 2021 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, saving for a down payment is one of the most important steps in the process. One of the best ways to jumpstart your savings is by starting with the help of your tax refund. Using data from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS),...
by Jason Richardson | Mar 2, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down payment. Many people may think it’s 20% of the loan to secure a mortgage. While there are plenty of lower down payment options available for...
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by Jason Richardson | Jan 24, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics
Some Highlights When you’re thinking about buying a home, there are a few key steps to take before you even start to look at houses. From saving for your down payment to getting pre-approved for a mortgage, you’ll want to make sure you keep your financial plan on...
by Jason Richardson | Dec 18, 2020 | Down Payments, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
In a year that was financially devastating for many Americans, some good news for most homeowners is the dramatic gain in home equity over the last twelve months. Last week, CoreLogic released its 2020 3rd Quarter Homeowner Equity Insights report, which reveals four...
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by Jason Richardson | Dec 6, 2020 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics
Some Highlights If you’re thinking of buying a home and not sure where to start, you’re not alone. Here’s a map with 10 simple steps to follow in the homebuying process. Let’s connect today to discuss the specific steps along the way in our local area. Content...
