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What’s Ahead for Home Prices?

2022-10-20T06:00:52-04:00October 20th, 2022|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing|

What’s Ahead for Home Prices? | Simplifying The MarketAs the housing market cools in response to the dramatic rise in mortgage rates, home price appreciation is cooling as well. And if you’re following along with headlines in the media, you’re probably seeing a wide range of opinions calling for everything from falling home prices to ongoing appreciation. But what’s true? What’s most likely […]

Should You Still Buy a Home with the Latest News About Inflation?

2022-10-19T06:00:40-04:00October 19th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy|

Should You Still Buy a Home with the Latest News About Inflation? | Simplifying The MarketWhile the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still high, remaining around 8%. This news impacted the stock market and added fuel to the fire for conversations about a recession. You’re likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as you watch the cost […]

The Latest on Supply and Demand in Housing

2022-10-18T06:00:24-04:00October 18th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers|

The Latest on Supply and Demand in Housing | Simplifying The MarketOver the past two years, the substantial imbalance of low housing supply and high buyer demand pushed home sales and buyer competition to new heights. But this year, things are shifting as supply and demand reach an inflection point. The graph below helps tell the story of just how different things are today. This year, […]

The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership

2022-10-17T06:00:02-04:00October 17th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy|

The Emotional and Non-financial Benefits of Homeownership | Simplifying The MarketWith higher mortgage rates, you might be wondering if now’s the best time to buy a home. While the financial aspects are important to consider, there are also powerful non-financial reasons it may make sense to make a move. Here are just a few of the benefits that come with homeownership. Homeowners Can Make Their […]

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 […]

What Are Experts Saying About the Fall Housing Market?

2022-10-11T06:00:28-04:00October 11th, 2022|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Pricing|

What Are Experts Saying About the Fall Housing Market? | Simplifying The MarketThe housing market is rapidly changing from the peak frenzy it saw over the past two years. That means you probably have questions about what your best move is if you’re thinking of buying or selling this fall. To help you make a confident decision, lean on the professionals for insights. Here are a few […]

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 […]

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