Month: December 2024
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How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash
Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of home ownership. Right now, homeowner’s across the country are sitting on record amounts of it. Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you. It could your perspective from “Why would I move right now?” to “Why…
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More Starter Homes are Hitting the Market
More entry-level homes – also known as starter homes – are popping up on the market. And after several years with very few homes available to buy and prices rising, there are finally some more options for first-time buyers. Inventory is Increasing – Especially at Lower Price Points Over the past year, the total supply…
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The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter
Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize is, if you are ready and able to buy, this time of year could actually give you an edge. Here’s why. As the weather cools down, the housing market can too. That works in your favor. You likely won’t feel…
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Only an Expert Agent Can Give You an Accurate Value of Your Home
In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything. That includes figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The automated estimates you are seeing online often miss key details that affect the true market value of your home. Before you toss a for sale sign in your…
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Top 2 Reasons To Look At Newly Built Homes
When planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But with more brand-new homes on the market and builders focusing on smaller, more affordable options, this type of home may just be the key to crossing the homebuying finish line. 1. More Newly Built Homes are…
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Using Your Dishwasher More Could Actually Save You Water
Your dishwasher isn’t just a convenience. It’s also a money-saving machine. The rising cost of water throughout the U.S. has many of us thinking about conservation. Dishwashing is a good place to start. As a daily chore, dishwashing can use up a lot of water. The myth of dishwasher waste Pre-1994 dishwashers weren’t subject to…
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Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents
Putting your house for sale on your own (“For Sale by Owner”) might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market. That’s why data from the National Association of Realtors shows a record low number are going the route of selling on their own.…
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Home Buyers’ Best Deals Are on Builders’ Lots
The premium that buyers usually have to pay for a brand new house is disappearing. A low supply of homes for sale is fueling the strange price dynamics between new and older properties. Benefits of a newly built house A newly built house normally costs more than an old one, but the higher upfront cost…
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Why Owning a Home is Worth it in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second guessing whether it’s still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are definitely important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. Think of it this way. If you know people who bought a home 5,…