In any discussion on affordable homes the focus is generally on the first-time buyer. As the first-time buyer looks to move on from renting and transition to home ownership finding the down-payment can be a huge hurdle. This is particularly the case for those living in areas where their rent takes up a large portion […]
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Housing Market Forecast Spring 2019 to Favor Buyers
The first quarter of 2019 for home sales suggests that the spring housing market will provide a great opportunity to purchase a home. Traditionally, spring is the season homebuyers begin to make their search, although it varies nationwide. However, with the home shopping season beginning in March, current market reports suggest more options for those […]
5 of the Most Costly First-time Home Buyer Mistakes
As a first time home buyer, you likely have many questions about what to expect in the upcoming months. Many first time buyers will get caught up in the process and jump in with both feet, only to make mistakes that can end up costing them thousands of dollars. As you consider your options and […]
First-Time Home Buyer? Don’t Miss These Tax Breaks
Taxes are complicated enough before throwing a first time home buyer into the mix. However, there are a number of tax breaks that home buyers should not skip over when they start to do their taxes. From mortgage points to energy upgrades, an investment now can turn into a little extra green come next April […]
5 Terrible, Horrible, No Good Reasons to Buy a House
Are you ready to buy a home? If you have weighed the financial concerns and feel that you are, there’s one more question to ask. Why do you want to buy? If your answer is one of these five reasons, you will be wise to wait. Here are five wrong reasons to jump into home […]
