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Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2020

$\"Make$ In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. led and inspired a powerful movement with his famous “I Have a Dream” speech. Through his passion and determination, he sparked interest, ambition, and courage in his audience. Today, reflecting on his message encourages many of us to think about our own dreams, goals, beliefs, and aspirations. For many […]

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Homes Are More Affordable Today, Not Less Affordable

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

$\"Homes$ There’s a current narrative that owning a home today is less affordable than it has been in the past. The reason some are making this claim is because house prices have substantially increased over the last several years.

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Buying a Home Early Can Significantly Increase Future Wealth

First Time Home Buyers, Millennials / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"Buying$ According to an Urban Institute study, homeowners who purchase a house before age 35 are better prepared for retirement at age 60. The good news is, our younger generations are strong believers in homeownership. According to a Freddie Mac survey, “The dream of homeownership is alive and well within “Generation Z,” the demographic cohort following Millennials. Our […]

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Big Demand for Small Homes

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

$\"Big$ Movies, tv shows, and celebrities often have us dreaming of owning large homes, but the reality for most people is quite different. Since 2015, the square footage of newly built houses has been shrinking, according to Yahoo Finances. This is not projected to change as we continue into the beginning of the year. “We expect […]

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3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year

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

$\"3$ 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 good investment, topping other options such as gold, […]

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Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC]

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

Some Highlights:

Choosing the right real estate professional is one of the most impactful decisions you can make in your home buying or selling process.
A real estate professional can explain current market conditions and break down what they will m…

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Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise

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

$\"Year-Over-Year$ 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 jump into homeownership while mortgage rates are low. […]

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When a House Becomes a Happy Home

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

$\"When$ We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the size or shape of a living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent or a […]

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December 2019: The Buyer Stakes Are High Because Inventory Is Low

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers / Ajeenah Crittendon

$\"December$ The reality of what we’re seeing this month is that homes are selling fast. In today’s strong seller’s market, bidding wars are common and expected with starter or entry-level homes. In most areas of the country, first-time buyers have been met with fierce competition throughout their homebuying experience. Some have been out-bid multiple times before […]

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Holiday Gifts Are Not the Only Hot Things Right Now

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

$\"Holiday$ Black Friday is behind us and holiday gifts are flying off the shelves in stores and online. Unlike last year, however, there’s another type of buyer that is very active this winter – the homebuyer. Each month, ShowingTime releases their Showing Index, which tracks the average number of appointments received on active U.S. house listings. […]

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