With so much talk about an economic slowdown, some people are asking if the housing market is heading for a crash like the one in 2008. To really understand what’s
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Should I Buy a Home Right Now?Should I Buy a Home Right Now?
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I wait? While no
Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the YearExpert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to
The Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for HomebuyersThe Drop in Mortgage Rates Brings Good News for Homebuyers
Over the past few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac fell by half a percent. The drop happened over concerns about a potential recession. And since
Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]Why Growing Home Equity Is Great News if You Plan To Move [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights According to the latest data from CoreLogic, the average homeowner gained $64,000 in home equity over the past 12 months. That much equity can be a game-changer when
What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market?What Does an Economic Slowdown Mean for the Housing Market?
According to a recent survey, more and more Americans are concerned about a possible recession. Those concerns were validated when the Federal Reserve met and confirmed they were strongly committed
How Your Equity Can Grow over TimeHow Your Equity Can Grow over Time
It’s true that record levels of home price appreciation have spurred significant equity gains for homeowners over the past few years. As Diana Olick, Real Estate Correspondent at CNBC, says: “The
Is Homeownership Still the American Dream?Is Homeownership Still the American Dream?
Defining the American dream is personal, and no one individual will have the same definition as another. But the feelings it brings about – success, freedom, and a sense of
Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]Real Estate Consistently Voted Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights Based on a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for nine years in a row. Owning real estate is more than just
If You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is CriticalIf You’re Selling Your House This Summer, Hiring a Pro Is Critical
It can be tempting, especially with how hot the housing market has been over the past two years, to consider selling your home on your own. But today’s market is