by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Some Highlights:The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state.Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state,...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Millennials, Move-Up Buyers
If your house no longer fits your needs and you are planning on buying a luxury home, now is a great time to do so! We recently shared data from Trulia’s Market Mismatch Study which showed that in today’s premium home market, buyers are in control. The inventory of...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Millennials, Move-Up Buyers
Self-made millionaire David Bach was quoted in a CNBC article explaining that “the single biggest mistake millennials are making” is not purchasing a home because buying real estate is “an escalator to wealth.”Bach went on to explain:”If...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Mortgage interest rates have risen over the last few months and projections are that they will continue their upswing throughout 2017. What impact will this have on the housing market? Here is what the experts are saying:Laurie Goodman, Co-director of the Urban...
by Brent Knapp | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting.1. Prices Will Continue to RiseCoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index reports that home prices have appreciated by 6.9% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will...