Buying Myths

Why Home Prices Keep Going Up   If you've ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you're no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It's a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety that many have been through. But if you put off moving because you’re worried home prices might drop,...

Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay?   Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below):     That can feel like a little bit of a gut punch if you’re...

The Difference Between Renting and Buying a Home   Some Highlights _x005F_x0001_When deciding between buying a home or renting, think about these three important factors. _x005F_x0001_Buying a home means avoiding rising rents, owning a tangible and valuable asset, and growing your wealth over time. _x005F_x0001_If you’re ready to enjoy...

Growing Your Net Worth with Homeownership   Take a moment to imagine where you want to be in a few years. You might be thinking about your job, money, wanting more stability, or goals you want to reach soon. Is homeownership a part of that vision? If it is, you should know owning a home has a whole lot of financial benefits. One of the many reasons to buy a home is that...

The Latest Expert Forecasts for Home Prices in 2023   Are you thinking about making a move? If so, all the speculation that home prices would crash this year may have you feeling a bit on edge about your decision. Let the data and the experts reassure you. Prices aren’t in a downward spiral and will actually finish the year strong. Even though you may have heard talk that...

How Homeowner Net Worth Grows with Time   Some Highlights _x005F_x0001_If you’re thinking about buying a home this year, be sure to consider the long-term financial advantages of homeownership, like home equity. _x005F_x0001_On average, people who bought homes 32 years ago have seen their home’s value nearly triple over that time. _x005F_x0001_If...