by Laura Baliestiero | Jun 2, 2022 | Buyer, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect on how impactful owning a home can truly be. When you purchase a house, it becomes more than just a space you occupy. It’s your stake in the community, an investment, and a place you can put...
by Laura Baliestiero | May 31, 2022 | Buyers & Sellers, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a house, you’re at an exciting decision point. And anytime you make a big decision like that, one thing you should always consider is timing. So, what does the rest of the year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts...
by Laura Baliestiero | May 18, 2022 | Buyer, First Time Home Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, you’re probably weighing a few different factors. The financial benefits of homeownership might be one of the reasons you want to make a purchase if you’re a renter, but the decision can also be motivated by...
by Laura Baliestiero | May 17, 2022 | Buyer, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your...
by Laura Baliestiero | May 11, 2022 | Buyer, First Time Home Buyers, Housing Market Updates
According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today. If you’re...
by Laura Baliestiero | May 9, 2022 | Buyer, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates
If you’re planning to buy a home, it’s critical to understand the relationship between mortgage rates and your purchasing power. Purchasing power is the amount of home you can afford to buy that’s within your financial reach. Mortgage rates directly impact the monthly...
