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Why Homeownership Wins in the Long Run
Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a potential recession have some people questioning: should I still buy a home this year?
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own
Selling your house is no simple task.
Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation [INFOGRAPHIC]
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Wondering if it makes sense to buy a home today even when inflation is high? When other costs go up due to inflation, buying a home helps you keep your monthly housing expense steady.
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you should know your credit score’s a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for a home loan.
Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Homes Attract Buyers
Are you planning to sell your house?
Talking Points to Identify an Agent
Having a list of talking points prepared before meeting with a real estate agent can be incredibly valuable in guiding the conversation and helping you make an informed decision about who will represent you in the sale of your home. Whether you’re a first-time seller or it has been a while since you last sold…
Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week.
Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know.
If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase.
How Owning a Home Grows Your Wealth with Time [INFOGRAPHIC]
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If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership.
Why Buying or Selling a Home Helps the Economy and Your Community
If you’re thinking about buying or selling a house, it’s important to know that it doesn’t just affect your life, but also your community.
A Drop in Equity Doesn’t Mean Low Equity
You may see media coverage talking about a drop in homeowner equity.
Protect Your Belongings with a Home Inventory
As a homeowner, you’ve likely invested a significant amount of time and money into furnishing and decorating your home with items that are important to you. Unfortunately, unexpected events like natural disasters or burglaries can result in the loss or damage of these belongings. That’s why it’s important to create a home inventory to document…