Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates?
Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped ...
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Imagine shopping for a used car. You find one that you like and while negotiating the price, the seller gets sentimental. He shares happy memories of family picnics, his kids’ soccer games and other adventures with the vehicle. Then he demands a higher price. After all, he couldn’t possibly part ...
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This brick-front beauty in sought-after Westmoore offers the perfect blend of style, space, and convenience. With 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths, and a 2-car garage, you’ll have room for everyone and everything.
Inside, the open-concept main level shines with hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a showstopper kitchen ...
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The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)
Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.
“I’ll never save enough.”
“I need a small fortune just to get started.”
“I guess I’ll just rent forever.”
Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And ...
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If you’re selling your home and there are other listings in your area, buyers will naturally compare your property to those other listings.
Is there something about your home that you’re concerned will be seen as a competitive disadvantage? For example, do you have a small kitchen or fewer bedrooms than ...
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As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property.
In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than ...
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Mortgage Rate Forecast: Don’t Expect a Big Drop Anytime Soon
Published July 2025
If you're waiting for a big drop in mortgage rates before jumping into the housing market, you might be waiting longer than expected.
According to projections from Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), and Wells Fargo, 30-year fixed mortgage ...
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It’s incredible how quickly people form first impressions. According to some studies, people can develop lasting opinions within seconds of seeing someone, something, or someplace new.
That’s why, when preparing your property for sale, it’s important to do everything you can to make sure it looks attractive to buyers.
Nowhere does this ...
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What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market
Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing.
It’s what you should expect. It’s just that ...
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