3 Graphs to Show This Isn't a Housing Bubble

3 Graphs to Show This Isn't a Housing Bubble

With all the headlines and buzz in the media, some consumers believe the market is in a housing bubble. As the housing market shifts, you may be wondering what’ll happen next. It’s only natural for concerns to creep in that it could be a repeat of what took place in 2008. The good news is, there’s concrete data to show why this is nothing like the last time.

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Common Things to Look Out for Before Buying Your Dream Home

Common Things to Look Out for Before Buying Your Dream Home

It is easy to become overwhelmed when you enter the home buying market. Friends, family, colleagues, and even acquaintances will give you their opinions if you are a first time home buyer. While most of them are looking out for your best interest, they are not fully aware of what is happening in the housing market.

It is important for you to be prepared and have your own questions ready. No matter what other opinions you are getting, you are the one buying the home and your comfort level will help make your final decision. Here are three important questions to ask before you purchase a home.

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WHAT TYPE OF LENDER WORKS BEST FOR YOU?

WHAT TYPE OF LENDER WORKS BEST FOR YOU?

If you ask a loan officer, “What kind of lender is best?” the answer will be whatever kind of company he works for and he will give you a list of reasons why. If you meet the same loan officer years later, and he works for a different kind of lender, he will give you a list of reasons why that type of lender is better.

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WHY WAITING TO BUY A HOME IS COSTING YOU

WHY WAITING TO BUY A HOME IS COSTING YOU

Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no longer fits their changing needs.

To determine if you should buy now or wait another year, you need to ask two simple questions: Do I think home values will be higher a year from now? Do I think mortgage rates will be higher a year from now?

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Why you Want a Buyers Agent When you Buy your Next Home.

Why you Want a Buyers Agent When you Buy your Next Home.

When it comes to buying a home whether it is your first home or your second you may be wondering if you need a real estate agent. There are so many resources online and so many of us think we could possibly do it ourselves. A buyer’s agent provides you with experience, they can answer your specific questions with your specific curcumstances in mind. They will advocating on your behalf and in a lot of cases can get you a better deal than you can get yourself.

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