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Ever thought about living in the same house with your grandparents, parents, or other loved ones? You’re not alone. A lot of people are choosing to buy multi-generational homes where everyone can live together. Let’s check out why they think it’s a good idea to see if it might be a good fit for you, too. Why […]
If you’ve been keeping up with the news lately, you’ve probably come across some articles saying the number of foreclosures in today’s housing market is going up. And that may leave you feeling a bit worried about what’s ahead, especially if you owned a home during the housing crash in 2008. The reality is, while increasing, the data shows […]
If you’re considering buying a home, chances are you’ve got mortgage rates on your mind. You’ve heard about how they impact how much you can afford in your monthly mortgage payment, and you want to make sure you’re factoring that in as you plan your move. The problem is, with all the headlines in the news about rates lately, it […]
According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re one of the people worried about that, here’s what you need to know. A lot of that fear is probably coming from what you’re hearing in the media or reading online. But here’s the thing […]
Over the past year or so, many people have talked about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. Elijah de la Campa, Senior Economist at Redfin, says: […]
You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than to buy a home. While that may be true in some markets, if you just look at typical monthly payments, home equity is one thing that the numbers aren’t factoring in. Here’s a look at how big […]
If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may wonder whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could help answer that question. The housing market has a longstanding relationship between mortgage rates and buyer demand. Typically, the higher the rates are, […]
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know many expenses are involved – from down payment to closing costs. But did you also know your tax refund can help you pay for some of these expenses? As Credit Karma explains: “If one of your goals is to stop […]
There’s no arguing it: affordability is still tight. If you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still within your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are now focused on building these smaller homes and offering incentives. That can help give […]
When mortgage rates spiked over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did, too, because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But is that still the right strategy for you? In today’s market, data shows more homeowners are getting […]
