Based on the current state of the market, trends are shifting in favor of sellers. If you are going to sell, now may be the time to take advantage of the number of buyers who are searching for their dream home. The best time to sell anything is when demand for that item is high…
Falling mortgage rates helped boost home affordability in September, Black Knight’s Mortgage Monitor shows. In November 2018, when rates were nearing 5%, the share of national median income required to make the principal and interest (P&I) payments on the purchase of an average-priced home was 23.7%. In other words, the average wage earner in the U.S. had…
Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a loan, even if you don’t have perfect credit. Your local professionals are here to help you determine how much you can afford, so take advantage of the opportunity to learn more.
In today’s world, hiring an agent who has a finger on the pulse of the market will make your buying or selling experience an educated one. In a normal housing market, whether you’re buying or selling a home, you need an experienced guide to help you navigate the process. You need someone you can turn…
Don’t get discourage surgery is not the only way. You will overcome your back pain. Far to often people think that they will just have to live in pain and will never get back to their old lifestyle. This just isn’t true. You need to determine that you will beat back pain and you will…
Recently two U.S. Census Bureau researchers released their findings on the biggest determinants of household wealth. What they found may help shape your view on building your family’s net worth. Many people plan to build their net worth by buying CDs or stocks, or just having a savings account. Recently, however, Economist Jonathan Eggleston and…
The 2019 fourth quarter is shaping up to provide tremendous growth in Tallahassee. Residential new construction as well as commercial development projects are in full swing across the city. These projects can impact economic conditions as well as property values in the neighboring development areas. Here are a few areas to keep an eye on…
It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers have misconceptions regarding what exactly is required to get the loans they need. While a recent announcement from CNBC shares that the average national FICO® score has reached an all-time high of 706, the good news for…
Have you ever looked up at a roof and and noticed dark streaks? Often times those are caused by a biological growth, technically knownan Gleoecapsa Magma. Its technically a cyanobacteria that closely mimics an algae. Traditionally found around the eastern seaboard, it has been spreading across the nation over the past few years and can…
Contrary to common misconception, a down payment is often much less than many believe. According to the ‘2019 Home Buyer Report’ conducted by Nerdwallet, many first-time buyers still believe they need a 20% down payment to buy a home in today’s market: “More than 6 in 10 (62%) Americans believe you must put at least 20% down in…
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