Tag: homebuyer

  • Three Things Buyers Can Do in Today’s Housing Market

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    It’s clear the 2022 housing market has been defined by rising mortgage rates. With rates on the rise, it’s also become more costly to purchase a home. According to the National Association of Realtors, housing affordability conditions fade as mortgage rates push monthly payments higher in June 2022. “Compared to one year ago, the monthly…

  • How Owning a Home Builds Your Net Worth

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    Owning a home is a major financial milestone and an achievement to take pride in. One major reason: the equity you build as a homeowner gives your net worth a big boost. And with high inflation right now, the link between owning your home and building your wealth is especially important. If you’re looking to increase your financial security, here’s…

  • 2020 Homebuying Checklist | MyKCM

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    2020 Homebuying Checklist Some Highlights: If you’re thinking of buying a home, plan ahead and stay on the right track, starting with pre-approval. Being proactive about the homebuying process will help set you up for success in each step. Make sure to work with a trusted real estate professional along the way, to help guide you through the homebuying steps…

  • What if I Wait a Year to Be a Home-buyer?

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    National home-values have increased by 5.4% since this time last year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained near historic lows which has allowed many home buyer to enter into the market and lock in low rates. As a seller, you will likely be most concerned about ‘short-term price’ – where home-values are headed over the next six months.…

  • Buyers: Don’t Be Surprised by Closing Costs!

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    Many homebuyers think that saving for their down payment is enough to buy the house of their dreams, but what about the closing costs that are required to obtain a mortgage? By law, a homebuyer will receive a loan estimate from their lender 3 days after submitting their loan application and they should receive a closing disclosure 3 days…

  • 5 Tips for Starting Your Home Search

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    In today’s real estate market, with low inventory dominating the conversation in many areas of the country, it can often be frustrating to first-time homebuyers if you aren’t prepared. In a recent realtor.com article entitled, “How to Find Your Dream Home—Without Losing Your Mind,” the author highlights some steps that first-time homebuyers can take to help carry their excitement of…