Homeownership remains at the core of the American Dream. After all, it improves financial security, enhances family and community stability, and builds intergenerational wealth. The Federal Reserve’s 2019 Survey of Consumer Finances found that the median net worth of …
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Are you tired of renting and ready to take the leap into homeownership? Do you want to make sure …
Whether it’s your first time buying a home or you’ve done it many times before, there are always unexpected hurdles and things we wish we’d known sooner. The experience of buying a home can vary greatly
depending on market conditions, …
By: Matthew Graham
December 13, 2022
There aren’t many scheduled economic reports that are as hotly anticipated as was today’s Consumer Price Index (CPI). The market’s reaction more than validated the anticipation. What does all this mean for rates?
Inflation …
When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer …
1. Home Inspection
Cost: $350–$500+
A home inspection lets you know of any potential problems — like mold, bad roof, water pressure, crawl space issues, etc. An inspection lets you know what you’re getting into before you buy.
Even if …
How about not buying the perfect home but finding one that is “good enough”? Buying the right home that doesn’t break your budget can help lay a solid financial foundation. It is better to see buyers purchase a home …
Despite gains made after the signing of the Fair Housing Act in 1968, currently 71 percent of Asian Americans, 54 percent of Hispanic Americans, and 63 percent of White Americans can afford to buy the typical home compared to only …
Do your homework
Start looking at listings online, even if you aren’t quite ready to begin the process yet. It will give you an idea of neighborhoods and home types you like that are within your budget.
Get educated!! Start …