First Time Home Buyers

Tips For First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-10-14T06:00:49-04:00October 14th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics|

Some Highlights If you’re trying to buy your first home in today’s housing market, you’ll want to know what you can do as mortgage rates rise and inventory stays low overall. Connect with a lender to get pre-approved, prioritize your wish list, con...

Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate

2022-10-12T06:00:52-04:00October 12th, 2022|Categories: Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers|

Four Things That Help Determine Your Mortgage Rate | Simplifying The MarketIf you’re looking to buy a home, you probably want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. Over the last couple of years, that was easier to do as the housing market saw record-low mortgage rates, but this year rates have risen dramatically. If you’re looking for ways to combat today’s […]

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know.

2022-10-10T06:00:04-04:00October 10th, 2022|Categories: Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers|

Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Should Know. | Simplifying The MarketAs you set out to buy a home, saving for a down payment is likely top of mind. But you may still have questions about the process, including how much to save and where to start. If that sounds like you, your down payment could be more in reach than you originally thought. Here’s why. […]

The Journey To Buy a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-10-07T06:00:40-04:00October 7th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers|

Some Highlights When you head out to buy a home, there are a number of key milestones you’ll encounter along the way. The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making an offer, an...

Two Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Right Now

2022-10-06T06:00:47-04:00October 6th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing|

Two Questions Every Homebuyer Should Ask Themselves Right Now | Simplifying The MarketRising interest rates have begun to slow an overheated housing market as monthly mortgage payments have risen dramatically since the beginning of the year. This is leaving some people who want to purchase a home priced out of the market and others wondering if now is the time to buy one. But this rise in […]

The Long-Term Benefit of Homeownership

2022-10-05T06:00:02-04:00October 5th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing|

The Long-Term Benefit of Homeownership | Simplifying The MarketToday’s cooling housing market, the rise in mortgage rates, and mounting economic concerns have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year? While it’s true this year has unique challenges for homebuyers, it’s important to factor the long-term benefits of homeownership into your decision. Consider this: if you know people who bought […]

The Cost of Waiting for Mortgage Rates To Go Down

2022-10-04T06:00:19-04:00October 4th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers|

The Cost of Waiting for Mortgage Rates To Go Down | Simplifying The MarketMortgage rates have increased significantly in recent weeks. And that may mean you have questions about what this means for you if you’re planning to buy a home. Here’s some information that can help you make an informed decision when you set your homebuying plans. The Impact of Rising Mortgage Rates As mortgage rates rise, […]

Why Buying a Home May Make More Sense Than Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-09-30T06:00:27-04:00September 30th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy|

Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers. Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered ...

Why You Should Consider Condos as Part of Your Home Search

2022-09-28T06:00:38-04:00September 28th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates|

Why You Should Consider Condos as Part of Your Home Search | Simplifying The MarketThe historically low inventory over the past few years led to challenges for many buyers trying to find a home that met their needs and their budget. If you’re in the same boat, you should know the recent shift in the housing market may have opened up doors for you to restart your search. The […]

A Crucial First Step: Mortgage Pre-Approval [INFOGRAPHIC]

2022-09-16T06:00:38-04:00September 16th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers|

Some Highlights Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow. Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity whil...

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