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The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment
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The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment

Down payments are at a record high, largely because recent equity gains are putting homeowners in a position to put more money down.

If you’re thinking about selling your current house and moving, let’s work together to figure out how much home equity you have right now, and how it can boost your buying power in today’s market.

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Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities
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Buying Beats Renting in These Top Cities

Based on a recent study, in 22 of the top 50 metros, the monthly mortgage payment is lower than the rent payment. Make sure you work with a pro who can help you crunch the numbers and see how your city stacks up. This may be your opportunity to forget renting for good. If you want to see which option makes the most sense in our area, let’s do the math together.

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Two Reasons Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash
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Two Reasons Why the Housing Market Won’t Crash

The housing market is doing a lot better than it was in 2008, but it’s important to remember that real estate is very local.

So, it’s always a good idea to stay informed about our specific market. If you have any questions or want to discuss how these factors are playing out in our area, feel free to reach out.

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Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market
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Why Now’s Not the Time To Take Your House Off the Market

While some sellers are choosing to take their homes off the market, this really isn’t the best move. With serious buyers eager to purchase, this is a great time to sell your house. Let’s connect to make sure we’ve got a strategy in place to make it happen. 

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Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home
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Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home

If you’re ready to sell your current home and find the bigger, nicer home you’ve been dreaming of, don’t wait. Your equity, paired with lower mortgage rates, puts you in a great position to make that move today.

To make the best decisions and get the most out of your current market advantage, let’s connect so you have an expert guide through every step of the homebuying process.

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The Top 3 Reasons Affordability Is Improving
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The Top 3 Reasons Affordability Is Improving

Affordability is based on three key factors: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages. And today, it’s improving quickly as rates come down, prices level off, and wages climb. If you put your search on pause because it was too expensive to buy, let’s talk about why now may be the perfect time to jump back in.

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Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall
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Home Values Rise Even as Median Prices Fall

The decrease in median price is not the same as a decrease in home values. The median asking price is down mostly due to the mix of smaller, less expensive homes on the market.

The important thing to focus on is the price per square foot, which is a better indicator of overall market value—and those prices are still going up. If you have questions about what home prices are doing in our area, feel free to reach out. 

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Secrets To Selling Your House Quickly
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Secrets To Selling Your House Quickly

Selling a home quickly in a shifting market requires a strategic approach and an in-depth understanding of what buyers want. That’s why partnering with a local real estate agent is so important.

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Buy Now, or Wait?
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Buy Now, or Wait?

If you’re wondering if you should buy now or wait, here’s what you need to know. If you wait for rates to drop more, you’ll have to deal with more competition and higher prices as additional buyers jump back in. But if you buy now, you’d get ahead of that and have the chance to start building equity. Should you buy now or wait? Let’s talk through it together, so you can make your best decision.

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Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths
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Don’t Fall for These Real Estate Agent Myths

Don’t let myths keep you from the expert guidance you deserve. With market knowledge and top resources, a trusted local real estate agent isn't just helpful, they’re invaluable.

In what could be one of the biggest financial decisions of your life, having the right pro by your side is a game changer. Let’s connect and make sure you get the best outcome possible.

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The Down Payment Assistance You Didn’t Know About
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The Down Payment Assistance You Didn’t Know About

What’s the best thing to do? Talk with a trusted lender about your options. They’ll help you figure out where you stand today and how to access the resources you may qualify for. Because help is out there, you just need to work with a pro to take advantage of it.

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Is Your House Priced Too High?
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Is Your House Priced Too High?

Pricing a home correctly is both an art and a science. It requires a deep understanding of the market and buyer psychology. And when the price isn’t drawing in buyers, there’s no better resource than your agent on what you may want to do next. 

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