First Time Home Buyers

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...

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...

Are You a Homebuyer Worried About Climate Risks?   The increasing effects of natural disasters are leading to new obstacles in residential real estate. As a recent article from CoreLogic explains:  “As the specter of climate change looms large, the world braces for unprecedented challenges. In the world of real estate, one of those challenges will be the effects of...

Understanding the Benefits of Owning Your First Home   Are you considering buying your first home? If so, it can be helpful to know what led other people to make that decision. According to a recent survey of first-time homebuyers by PulteGroup: “When asked why they purchased their first home recently, the answer was simple: because they wanted to. Either the desire...

Unpacking the Long-Term Benefits of Homeownership   If you’re thinking about buying a home soon, higher mortgage rates, rising home prices, and ongoing affordability concerns may make you wonder if it still makes sense to buy a home right now. While those market factors are important, there's more to consider. You should think about the long-term benefits...