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With Mortgage Rates Climbing, Now’s the Time To Act

$\"With$ Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac jumped from 3.22% to 3.45%. That’s the highest point it’s been in almost two years. If you’re thinking about buying a home, this news may have come as a bit of a shock. But the truth is, it wasn’t entirely unexpected. Experts have been […]

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Achieving the Dream of Homeownership

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Achieving$ Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is also a deeply personal dream. Our home provides us with safety and security, and it’s a place where we can grow and flourish. Today, we remember the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, […]

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Two Ways Homebuyers Can Win in Today’s Market

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Two$ If your goal is to purchase a home this year, you might be looking for any advantage you can get in today’s sellers’ market. While competition is still fierce for homebuyers, there are ways you can win and secure the home of your dreams, even in a hot market. Act Early and Save The earlier […]

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Why Inflation Shouldn’t Stop You from Buying a Home in 2022

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Why$ If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more. And if you’re thinking about purchasing a home this year, all of these inflationary concerns are likely making you wonder if you should wait to buy. Investopedia explains that during […]

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How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]

Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

Some Highlights

If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals.
It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to begin your sea…

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Avoid the Rental Trap in 2022

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Avoid$ Are you one of the many renters thinking about where you’ll live the next time your lease is up? Before you decide whether to look for a new house or another apartment, it’s important to understand the true costs of renting in 2022. As a renter, you should know rents have been rising since 1988 […]

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5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"5$ As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re ready to make an offer on a home, remember these five easy tips to help you rise above the competition. 1. Know Your Budget Knowing your budget and what you can afford […]

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When a House Becomes a Home

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"When$ It’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is becoming increasingly important. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a familiar scent or a favorite chair, the feel-good connections to our own homes can […]

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The Perks of Putting 20% Down on a Home

Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"The$ If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20% of the loan, or could you put down less? While there are lower down payment programs available that allow qualified buyers to put down as little as 3.5%, it’s important to understand the […]

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Homebuyers: Be Ready To Act This Winter

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Homebuyers:$ To succeed as a buyer in today’s market, it’s important to understand which market trends will have the greatest impact on your home search. Danielle Hale, Chief Economist at realtor.com, says there are two factors every buyer should keep their eyes on: “Going forward, the conditions buyers face are primarily dependent on two things: mortgage […]

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