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Mortgage Rates Will Come Down, It’s Just a Matter of Time

2022-11-21T07:00:00-04:00November 21st, 2022|Categories: Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers|

Mortgage Rates Will Come Down, It’s Just a Matter of Time | Simplifying The MarketThis past year, rising mortgage rates have slowed the red-hot housing market. Over the past nine months, we’ve seen fewer homes sold than the previous month as home price growth has slowed. All of this is due to the fact that the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has doubled this year, severely limiting homebuying power […]

What’s Ahead for Mortgage Rates and Home Prices?

2022-11-09T07:00:16-04:00November 9th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing|

What’s Ahead for Mortgage Rates and Home Prices? | Simplifying The MarketNow that the end of 2022 is within sight, you may be wondering what’s going to happen in the housing market next year and what that may mean if you’re thinking about buying a home. Here’s a look at the latest expert insights on both mortgage rates and home prices so you can make your […]

Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today

2022-11-07T07:00:14-04:00November 7th, 2022|Categories: First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing|

Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability Today | Simplifying The MarketEvery time there’s a news segment about the housing market, we hear about the affordability challenges buyers are facing today. Those headlines are focused on how much mortgage rates have climbed this year. And while it’s true rates have risen dramatically, it’s important to remember they aren’t the only factor in the affordability equation. Here […]

What Happens to Housing when There’s a Recession?

2022-10-25T06:30:13-04:00October 25th, 2022|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates|

What Happens to Housing when There’s a Recession? | Simplifying The MarketSince the 2008 housing bubble burst, the word recession strikes a stronger emotional chord than it ever did before. And while there’s some debate around whether we’re officially in a recession right now, the good news is experts say a recession today would likely be mild and the economy would rebound quickly. As the 2022 […]

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 […]

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 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, […]

How an Expert Can Help You Understand Inflation & Mortgage Rates

2022-09-27T06:00:24-04:00September 27th, 2022|Categories: For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates|

How an Expert Can Help You Understand Inflation & Mortgage Rates | Simplifying The MarketIf you’re following today’s housing market, you know two of the top issues consumers face are inflation and mortgage rates. Let’s take a look at each one. Inflation and the Housing Market This year, inflation reached a high not seen in forty years. For the average consumer, you probably felt the pinch at the gas pump […]

Top Reasons Homeowners Are Selling Their Houses Right Now

2022-09-21T06:00:35-04:00September 21st, 2022|Categories: For Sellers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers|

Top Reasons Homeowners Are Selling Their Houses Right Now | Simplifying The MarketSome people believe there’s a group of homeowners who may be reluctant to sell their houses because they don’t want to lose the historically low mortgage rate they have on their current home. You may even have the same hesitation if you’re thinking about selling your house. Data shows 51% of homeowners have a mortgage […]

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