The Top Indicator if You Want To Know Where Mortgage Rates Are Heading

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Mortgage rates have increased significantly since the beginning of the year. Each Thursday, Freddie Mac releases its Primary Mortgage Market Survey. According to the latest survey, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has risen from 3.22% at the start of the year to 3.55% as of last week. This is important to note because any increase […]

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Why a Move Could Bring You More Happiness This Year

For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Over the past two years, we’ve lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. Because of the health crisis, many of us have spent more time at home and that’s led us to re-evaluate both what we need in a house and how much we appreciate having a safe space. If you’ve […]

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Owning Is More Affordable than Renting in the Majority of the Country

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy / By Tatiana Janes

If you were thinking about buying a home this year, but already pressed pause on your plans due to rising home prices and increasing mortgage rates, there’s something you should consider. According to the latest report from ATTOM Data, owning a home is more affordable than renting in the majority of the country. The 2022 […]

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Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

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Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision.
Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the road.
Let’s connect so you have expert advice and a trusted professional who will keep your interests top of mind.

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The Next Generation of Homebuyers Is Here

Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Gen Z / By Tatiana Janes

Many members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The sooner you start planning, the sooner you can move on from renting. As you […]

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Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in today’s market, with rising home prices and high buyer competition, it’s crucial to have a pre-approval letter prior to making an offer. Here’s why. Being intentional […]

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Real Estate is still the Best Investment

Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics / By Tatiana Janes

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According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row.
Real estate tops the list because you’re not just buying a place to call home – you’re investing in your future. Real estate is typically considered a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time.
Let’s connect today if you’re ready to make real estate your best investment this year.

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Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

Buying Myths, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates / By Tatiana Janes

One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the ultimate sellers’ market, so real estate is ultra-competitive for buyers right now. The number of buyers searching for a home greatly outweighs how many homes are […]

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With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Experts have been […]

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Achieving the Dream of Homeownership

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers / By Tatiana Janes

Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and it’s a place where we can grow and flourish. Today, we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, […]

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