2020 Homebuying Checklist

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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 re…

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Where Homebuyers Are Heading By Generation [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Whether capitalizing on job opportunities, affordability, or warm-weather places to retire, Americans are making moves to these top cities to take advantage of the strength in the current housing market.
A strong economy and lower m…

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National Cut Your Energy Costs Day [INFOGRAPHIC]

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On January 10th of each year, “National Cut Your Energy Costs Day” encourages consumers to reduce their overall energy costs by improving home efficiency.
According to Freddie Mac, a typical U.S. family spends $2,200 per year on ene…

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Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC]

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If you’re planning on selling your house in 2020, these are the top renovations that will give you the highest Return on your Investment.
Regardless of how long you’re planning on staying in your current home, it’s smart to be aware…

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Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Interest rates will be lower than they have been since before 1980 at 3.8% and are projected to remain steady throughout 2020!
According to CoreLogic, home prices will appreciate at a rate of 5.4% over the course of the year.
Expert…

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Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter

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Winter is a great time to list a house, since inventory is traditionally low, and most sellers are holding off until spring to put their homes on the market.
Waiting for warmer weather when more competition is on the market will only…

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Millennials Are on the Move as First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Is Your First Home Now Within Your Grasp? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying the Market

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  • According to NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, the median age of all first-time homebuyers is 32.
  • With more millennials entering a homebuying phase of life, they are driving a large portion of the buyer appetite in the market, keeping buyer activity strong.
  • More and more “old millennials” (ages 25-36) are realizing that homeownership is now within their grasp, and they’re actively dominating the first-time homebuyer market!
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Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million.
The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply.
Inventory remains low due to high …

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Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Existing Home Sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.46 million.
The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6 months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply.
Inventory remains low due to high …

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The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

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With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the past few decades. Comparatively, they’re pretty low!
According to Freddie Mac, rates are projected to increase to 3.9% by this time n…

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