Some Highlights:In a recent Harris Poll, Americans listed "change in climate/weather" as their top reason for wanting to relocate.41% would move for a “better job opportunity.”Being closer to loved ones filled out 3 of the top 6 reasons why Americans move. … [Read more...]
What You Need to Know About Qualifying for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:Many buyers are purchasing a home with a down payment as little as 3%.You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don't have perfect credit.Take advantage of the knowledge of your local professionals who are there to help you determine how much you can afford. … [Read more...]
Do You Know the Cost of Waiting? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: The “Cost of Waiting to Buy” is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices and interest rates were to increase over a period of time.Freddie Mac predicts that interest rates will increase to 4.8% by this time next year, while home prices are predicted to appreciate by 4.9% according to CoreLogic.Waiting until next year to buy could cost you thousands of dollars a year for the life of your mortgage! … [Read more...]
Homes are Selling Fast Across the Country [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:The National Association of REALTORS® surveyed their members for their monthly Confidence Index.The REALTORS® Confidence Index is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real estate practitioners. Practitioners are asked about their expectations for home sales, prices and market conditions.Homes sold in 60 days or less in 36 out of 50 states, and Washington D.C.Homes typically went under contract in 34 days in March! … [Read more...]
Slaying Home Buying Myths [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:Interest rates are still below historic numbers.88% of property managers raised their rent in the last 12 months!The credit score requirements for mortgage approval continue to fall. … [Read more...]
Is Your First Home Within Your Grasp? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:‘Millennials’ are defined as 18-36 year olds according to the US Census Bureau.According to NAR’s latest Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the median age of all first-time home buyers is 31 years old.More and more ‘Old Millennials’ (25-36 year olds) are realizing that homeownership is within their reach now! … [Read more...]
Why Millennials Choose to Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:“The majority of millennials said they consider owning a home more sensible than renting for both financial and lifestyle reasons — including control of living space, flexibility in future decisions, privacy and security, and living in a nice home.”At 93%, the top reason Millennials choose to buy is to have control over their living space.Many Millennials who rent a home or apartment prior to buying their own homes dream of the day that they will be able to paint the walls … [Read more...]
Home Prices Up 6.15% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state.Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state, waiting to move may end up costing you more!Alaska, Delaware, West Virginia & Wyoming were the only one states where home prices are lower than they were last year. … [Read more...]
How Low Supply & High Demand Impacts the Real Estate Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:The concept of Supply & Demand is a simple one. The best time to sell something is when the supply of that item is low & the demand for that item is high!Anything under a 6-month supply is a Seller’s Market!There has not been a 6-months inventory supply since August 2012!Buyer Demand continues to outpace Seller Supply! … [Read more...]
Don’t Let Your Luck Run Out [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights: The “Cost of Waiting to Buy” is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices and interest rates were to increase over a period of time.Freddie Mac predicts that interest rates will increase to 4.8% by this time next year, while home prices are predicted to appreciate by 4.8% according to CoreLogic.Waiting until next year to buy could cost you thousands of dollars a year for the life of your mortgage! … [Read more...]
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