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Category: Economy

Oct
29

Why Builders May Be More Motivated To Sell Than Homeowners

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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Here’s something most homebuyers don’t think about. When the housing market slows down, homeowners and builders don’t always respond the same way.

Oct
28

Who’s Buying Homes with Cash Right Now?

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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Ryan Serhant, CEO of SERHANT, says there isn’t just 1 housing market right now. There are really 4: cash buyers, buyers who need a mortgage, homeowners with low mortgage rates, and builders.

Oct
23

Why More Buyers Are Turning To Adjustable-Rate Mortgages Today

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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When mortgage rates climb, buying a home can start to feel like trying to hit a moving target. Every jump in rates makes monthly payments bigger, and that pushes a lot of buyers to look for another way in.

Oct
22

To Sell or Rent? How To Choose the Best Path for Your House.

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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Selling your house is a big step, and you want it to go smoothly. And with houses taking a little longer to sell these days, renting it out might start to sound like a nice backup plan.

Oct
21

Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why.

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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Whether you own a house already or you’re looking to buy one, you probably care about home prices.

Oct
19

Want a More Affordable Home? Don’t Overlook Condos.

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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When you picture buying your first home, chances are you’re imagining a traditional single-family house with its own yard, maybe a garage, and little extra room to grow. But with affordability still tight, getting everything on that list right away may come with a higher price tag than you’re comfortable with right now.

Oct
16

The Biggest Credit Hurdle for Renters Who Want To Buy

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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What’s the biggest payment you make every month? If you’re a renter, it’s probably your rent.

Oct
15

Homes Are Still Selling – Even in a Slower Market

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are slowing down, you may be wondering: is this really a good time to sell?

Oct
14

Why There are More Homes for Sale Right Now (and What It Means for You)

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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Mortgage rates being back above 7% isn’t exactly the news most people wanted. But it’s changing the market in ways that matter whether you’re buying or selling.

Oct
12

Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home

Author: Jeannine Lemmon
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With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now.