Traditionally, saving up for a 20% down payment has been the largest obstacle for aspiring homeowners and this challenge is even more acute when interest rates drive monthly mortgage payments higher. Continue reading Low down payment mortgages help first-time buyers access the American dream
Following years of all-time low mortgage interest rates, 2023 saw rates fluctuate between 6% and 8%, complicating the plans of some homebuyers, particularly those looking to purchase their first home. Continue reading How to buy a home in a high interest rate environment
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More veterans are taking advantage of an important benefit for service members: A Veterans Affairs (VA) loan. Continue reading 5 myths about Veteran Affairs loans
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Building financial wealth and stability remains one of the top reasons Americans choose to own a home, and as a homeowner, your wealth often grows without you even realizing it. Continue reading HOMEOWNER WEALTH INCREASES THROUGH GROWING EQUITY THIS YEAR
For the eighth year in a row, real estate maintained its position as the preferred long-term investment among Americans. Continue reading AMERICANS CHOOSE REAL ESTATE AS THE BEST INVESTMENT
In 2020, home sales reached their highest point in 14 years. Continue reading What to know about homebuying with an agent in 2021
Owning a home is the cornerstone of the American dream. Continue reading Pursuing a mortgage with ‘less-than-perfect’ credit
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