by Thomas Scott | May 18, 2021 | Buyers & Sellers, Housing Market Updates
Last month, in a post on the Liberty Street Economics blog, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York noted that Americans believe buying a home is definitely or probably a better investment than buying stocks. Last week, a Gallup Poll reaffirmed those findings. In...
by Thomas Scott | May 17, 2021 | Buyer, Buying Myths, Move-Up Buyers
When buying a home, it’s important to have a budget and make sure you plan ahead for certain homebuying expenses. Saving for a down payment is the main cost that comes to mind for many, but budgeting for the closing costs required to get a mortgage is just as...
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by Thomas Scott | May 14, 2021 | Infographic, Seller, Selling Myths
Some Highlights Selling a house is no small task. If you decide to try to do it on your own, keep in mind you’ll be responsible for all the expert-level work of a real estate professional. The vital tasks an agent manages for you include listing and marketing your...
by Thomas Scott | May 13, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Seller
Homebuyers are flooding the housing market right now to take advantage of record-low mortgage rates. Many have a sense of urgency to find a home soon since experts forecast a steady rise in both rates and home prices this year and next. As a result, buyer demand...
by Thomas Scott | May 12, 2021 | Housing Market Updates, Seller
Over the past year, the pandemic made it challenging for some homeowners to make their mortgage payments. Thankfully, the government initiated a forbearance program to provide much-needed support. Unless they’re extended once again, some of these plans and the...
