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What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market

What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt? The short answer? No. The housing market doesn’t stop. It keeps moving. Homes are still being bought and sold, contracts are still being signed, and closings are still happening. The difference is that a few parts of...

1 in 3 First-Time Buyers Have Student Loan Debt

1 in 3 First-Time Buyers Have Student Loan Debt

Buying a home when you have student loans is possible. Data shows 32% of first-time buyers have student debt. And the typical amount is $30,000. So, if you’ve been holding off on buying your first home because you thought you had to pay off those loans first. Or, because you assumed it just wasn’t possible for you to buy, it’s time to talk to a lender. #Homebuying #FirstTimeHomebuyer...

Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.

Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.

If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today’s market is offering something you haven’t had in a while: options. Experts agree, buyers are in a...

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . a 30-year fixed rate mortgage of 6%...

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