by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths
Do negative headlines and talk on social media have you feeling worried about the housing market? Maybe you’ve even seen or heard something lately that scares you and makes you wonder if you should still buy or sell a home right now. Regrettably, when news in the...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some HighlightsHere’s what you really need to know about a few myths causing fear in today’s housing market.Despite common misconceptions, many people can buy a home even if they have student loans, home prices are rising nationally (not falling), and you usually...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
The idea of owning a home has always been a big part of the American Dream. It’s a symbol of stability, independence, and having a place to truly call your own. But for Gen Z, the “Zoomers” born between 1997 and 2012, making that dream a reality can...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Are you wondering if it makes sense to buy a home right now? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two compelling reasons why it still may be a good time to become a homeowner.Home Values Appreciate over TimeThere’s been a lot of...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing, Selling Myths
If you’ve ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you’re no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It’s a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety that many...
by Brent Knapp | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates
Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below): That can feel...