Closing costs, vital in homebuying, cover fees for purchasing, borrowing, and finalizing paperwork. Total costs vary based on location, property type, and price. Early estimation is crucial due to their significant sum. Common costs include rate buydowns for a lower interest rate, loan origination, appraisal, credit reports, … [Read more...] about Understanding Closing Costs
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Will Your Favorite Realtor Make It?
Tens of Thousands of Real Estate Agents Are Leaving the Business. Will Your Favorite One Survive? While many people scurried to get their license when the market was “hot” and it seemed like a fun, easy way to make some big bucks, many of them will also leave the business as quickly as they came the minute the going gets a … [Read more...] about Will Your Favorite Realtor Make It?
Will There Be A Wave Of Foreclosures?
With ongoing high inflation pushing up everyday costs, some people are worried that'll create a flood of foreclosures. Here's why that's unlikely. Fewer people are seriously behind on mortgage payments right now. If foreclosures were going to rise a lot, more people would need to be late on their payments. Since most are paying … [Read more...] about Will There Be A Wave Of Foreclosures?
Are These Home Prices Normal?
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s happening with home prices? And it’s no surprise you don’t have the clarity you need on that topic. Part of the issue is how headlines are talking about prices. They’re basing their negative news by comparing … [Read more...] about Are These Home Prices Normal?
Mistake Young People Make
This is a mistake young people make in real estate. It's because no one teaches this! Waiting for the right time to buy a home can cost you money. Real estate estate prices go up over time, even when they pull back, so waiting can cost you money in the long run. https://youtube.com/shorts/9DjCY14vknU … [Read more...] about Mistake Young People Make
Real Estate and Horse Property Knowledge in Arizona
My whole extended family has been involved with horses in some capacity. I have done 4-H and high school rodeo and my kids have carried on the tradition of 4-H, rodeo, cutting, and reining. We've also built three horse properties from scratch and have been able to learn first-hand what works best. I bring this knowledge to my … [Read more...] about Real Estate and Horse Property Knowledge in Arizona
Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
The housing market is at a turning point, and if you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, that may leave you wondering: is it still a good time to buy a home? Should I make a move this year? To help answer those questions, let’s turn to the experts for projections on what the second half of the year holds for residential … [Read more...] about Expert Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You
Many consumers are wondering what will happen with home values over the next few years. Some are concerned that the recent run-up in home prices will lead to a situation similar to the housing crash 15 years ago. However, experts say the market is totally different today. For example, Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist … [Read more...] about The Future of Home Price Appreciation and What It Means for You
