Market Updates

Jan. 21, 2025

Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market



Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait? There’s a lot to consider, from what’s happening in the market to your changing needs. But generally speaking, aiming to time the market isn’t a good strategy – there are too many factors at play …

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Jan. 21, 2025

How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash



Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on record amounts of it.

Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and why it’ll flip your perspective from “Why would I move …

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Jan. 21, 2025

Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges



Let’s face it – life can throw some curveballs. Whether it’s a job loss, unexpected bills, or a natural disaster, financial struggles can happen to anyone. But here’s the good news. If you’re a homeowner feeling the squeeze, there’s a lifeline that many people don’t realize is still available: mortgage forbearance …

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Jan. 21, 2025

Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market



Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros.

Experts are constantly updating and revising their forecasts, so …

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Jan. 21, 2025

What To Save for When Buying a Home



Knowing what to budget for when buying a home may feel intimidating — but it doesn’t have to be. By understanding the costs you may encounter upfront, you can take control of the process.

Here are just a few things experts say you should be thinking about as you plan …

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Jan. 21, 2025

Why More People Are Buying Multi-Generational Homes Today



Today, 17% of homebuyers are choosing multi-generational homes — that’s when you buy a house with your parents, adult children, or even distant relatives. What makes that noteworthy is that 17% is actually the highest level ever recorded by the National Association of Realtors (NAR)But what’s driving …

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Jan. 20, 2025

Roughly 11,000 Homes Will Sell Today – Will Yours Be One of Them?



Are you hesitant to sell your house because you’re worried no one’s buying with rates and prices where they are right now? Here’s some perspective that can help.

The market actually isn’t at a standstill. While there weren’t as many sales last year as there’d be in a normal market …

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Jan. 20, 2025

When Is the Perfect Time To Move?



It’s easy to get caught up in the idea of waiting for the perfect moment to make your move – especially in today’s market. Maybe you’re holding out and hoping mortgage rates will drop, or that home prices will fall. But here’s what you need to realize: trying to time the market rarely works …

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Jan. 20, 2025

One Homebuying Step You Don’t Want To Skip: Pre-Approval



There’s one essential step in the homebuying process you may not know a whole lot about and that’s pre-approval. Here’s a rundown of what it is and why it’s so important right now.

What Is Pre-Approval?

Pre-approval is like getting a green light from a lender. It lets you know how much …

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