Buying
Buying Advice
Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home.
With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual.
In many housing markets, homeowners associations (HOAs) and other community associations can be a part of the homebuying (and owning) experience. Here’s what prospective buyers should know:
Wherever you buy a home in the United States, property taxes are a reality of homeownership. An agent who is a REALTOR® can help connect you with a tax expert in your area, but here are the basics:
Before making the decision to buy a home, it’s important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you’re saving for the down payment for your new home, don’t forget you’ll need to prepare for closing costs too.
If you’re in the market for a new home, avoid these 4 homebuying mistakes to optimize your experience and set yourself up for success. How do you know if you’re ready to buy? Ask yourself these questions to find out if you’re ready to be a homeowner.
If you’re in the market for a new home, but are having time finding something in your budget, be sure to consider condos and townhomes.
Are you feeling a bit unsure about what’s really happening with mortgage rates? That might be because you’ve heard headlines that the rate is coming down, but then you read somewhere else that they’re up again. Understandably, it may leave you scratching your head and wondering what’s true.
If you’re in the market for a new home, you’ve probably been following the headlines. There’s been a downward trend in mortgage rates which can help with housing affordability, but there have also been fewer homes on the market for you to consider buying. The good news is that lower mortgage rates may inspire more homeowners to put their houses up for sale.
