Posts from: Buyers
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by Keeping Current Matters 10/4/2024
After months of sitting on the sidelines, many homebuyers who were priced out by high mortgage rates and affordability challenges finally have an opportunity to make their move. With rates trending down, today’s market is a sweet spot for buyers—and…
by Keeping Current Matters 09/13/2024
It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home…
by The JR Group 06/24/2024
Learn everything first-time homebuyers need to know about down payments. Explore loan options, down payment assistance programs, and tips for saving. Start your homeownership journey with confidence!
by Aly Yale 03/4/2024
Though today's rate of 7.27% for a 30-year fixed mortgage is nowhere near the 18% from the 1980s, current rates have been discouraging to potential homebuyers. Options outside of the popular 30-year rate do exist though AND could lower your right NOW.ADJUSTABLE…
by The JR Group 02/20/2024
As a first-time home buyer, embarking on the journey towards homeownership is both exhilarating and daunting. Among the myriad of considerations, the down payment stands as a significant milestone in the process. Understanding what a down payment entails, its implications,…
by Hal M. Bundrick, CFP® and Phil Metzger 11/4/2023
by Keeping Current Matters 07/28/2023
Owning Your Home Helps You Build Wealth
You may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of good reasons to become a homeowner. One of them is that owning a home is typically…
by The JR Group 03/10/2023
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built. The Number of Newly Built Homes Is on the…
by The JR Group 03/10/2023
Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your…
by The JR Group 09/21/2022
Buying a house - whether it’s your first or fifth - can be a bumpy process. Between the financing, the availability (or scarcity) of homes on the market in your price range that meet your needs, the offer process, the appraisal and the inspection, there’s a lot…
by The JR Group 09/21/2022
So you’re finally a homeowner – congratulations! This is an important step in anyone’s life, and it’s absolutely normal to feel somewhat (or wildly) unprepared for the realities of owning a place of your own. What if there’s an emergency, or…