by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers
There are many benefits to homeownership. One of the top benefits is being able to protect yourself from rising rents by locking in your housing cost for the life of your mortgage. Don’t Become Trapped A recent article by ConsumerAffairs addressed the continuous rise...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
According to Bankrate’s latest Financial Security Index Poll, Americans who have money to set aside for the next 10 years would rather invest in real estate than any other type of investment. Bankrate asked Americans to answer the following question: “What is the best...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics
Some Highlights: According to NAR’s Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, the share of recent homebuyers who were single at the time of purchase held steady at 24% last year. The percentage of first-time buyers who were single females rose to 17% (up from 16%), as the...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
According to the National Association of Realtors®’ 2017 National Housing Pulse Survey, 84% of Americans now believe that purchasing a home is a good financial decision. This is the highest percentage since 2007 – before the housing crisis. Those surveyed pointed out...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers
In today’s highly competitive real estate market, where inventory levels are not keeping up with the constant stream of buyer demand, there are steps you can take to ensure you are most prepared for success when buying a home. The 3 tips we are going to expand on...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
If you are debating purchasing a home right now, you are probably getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family will have your best interests at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what is currently happening in the real estate market. Ask...
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