by Brent Knapp | Buyer, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers
Many would-be homebuyers believe they need to put 20% down on a home purchase. Actually, the Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors says that 61% of first-time buyers put less than 6% down in 2017. In fact, in March, 71% of first-time...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize, however, that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your...
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by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Highlights: Watching the big game at home with your friends & family offers many advantages. There’s more room to entertain a large crowd and you don’t have to worry about complaints to your landlord if you cheer too loudly! The kitchen is big enough to make as...
by Brent Knapp | For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Just like with any product or service, the law of supply and demand impacts home prices. Any time that there is less supply than the market demands, prices increase. In many areas of the country, the supply of homes for sale in the starter and trade-up home markets is...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Millennials, Move-Up Buyers
When it comes to talking about millennials, there are many stereotypes out there that have influenced the way the public feels about the generation. Whether it’s the assumption that millennials are irresponsible with money and would rather buy avocado toast than save...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
Urban Institute recently released a report entitled, “Barriers to Accessing Homeownership,” which revealed that “eighty percent of consumers either are unaware of how much lenders require for a down payment or believe all lenders require a down payment above 5...
