by Linda Richardson | Jan 6, 2020 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Outside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher wages, there are three more great reasons why you may want to consider buying your dream home this year instead of waiting. 1. Buying a Home is a Great Investment Several reports indicate that real estate is a...
by Linda Richardson | Dec 26, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Looking ahead, 2020 is projected to be a strong year for homeownership. According to the Freddie Mac Forecast, “We expect rates to remain low, falling to a yearly average of 3.8% in 2020.” If you’re currently renting, 2020 may be a great time to think about making a...
by Linda Richardson | Dec 3, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Did you know that each year in the United States, we celebrate “National Roof Over Your Head Day” on December 3rd? As noted on the National Calendar, it was “created as a day to be thankful for what you have, starting with the roof over your head. There are many...
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by Linda Richardson | Nov 15, 2019 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (27.7%) vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (17.5%), the choice is...
by Linda Richardson | Oct 24, 2019 | Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Much has been written about how residential real estate values have increased since the housing market started its recovery in 2012. However, little has been shared about what has taken place with residential rental prices. Let’s shed a little light on this subject....
by Linda Richardson | Sep 26, 2019 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
When people talk about homeownership and the American Dream, much of the conversation revolves around the financial benefits of owning a home. However, two recent studies show that the non-financial benefits might be even more valuable. In a recent survey, Bank of...
