by Jason Richardson | Oct 3, 2020 | Down Payments, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights According to CoreLogic, homeowners across the country are gaining significant equity. Over the past year, the average homeowner gained $9,800 in equity, growing their overall net worth. If you’re ready to sell your house and begin looking for...
by Jason Richardson | Mar 27, 2020 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights: Don’t put your homeownership plans on hold just because you’re stuck inside. There are several things you can do right now to keep your home search moving forward. Connect with an agent, learn about resource programs for things like down...
by Jason Richardson | Mar 3, 2020 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers
If you’re looking to buy a home in 2020, have you thought about putting your tax refund toward a down payment? Homeownership may be one step closer than you think if you spend your dollars wisely this year. Based on data released by the Internal Revenue...
by Jason Richardson | Oct 12, 2019 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Your local professionals are here to help you determine how much you can afford, so take advantage of the...
by Jason Richardson | Aug 24, 2019 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights: The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast! Saving for a down payment takes a little discipline, so limiting your extra...
by Jason Richardson | Jul 9, 2019 | Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Owning a home has great financial benefits. In a recent research paper, Homeownership and the American Dream, Laurie S. Goodman and Christopher Mayer of the Urban Land Institute explained: “Homeownership appears to help borrowers accumulate housing and nonhousing...