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Buyers Are Regaining Some of Their Negotiation Power in Today’s Housing Market

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Sep 13, 20222 min read

Buyers Are Regaining Some of Their Negotiation Power in Today’s Housing Market

If you're thinking about buying a home today, there's welcome news. Even though it’s still a sellers’ market, it’s a more moderate...

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Buyers: You May Face Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease

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Aug 30, 20222 min read

Buyers: You May Face Less Competition as Bidding Wars Ease

One of the top stories in recent real estate headlines was the intensity and frequency of bidding wars. With so many buyers looking to...

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Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search Today

faythkre

Aug 23, 20222 min read

Why You May Want To Start Your Home Search Today

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you likely have a lot of factors on your mind. You’re weighing your own needs against higher...

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faythkre

Jul 27, 20223 min read

A Window of Opportunity for Homebuyers

Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As...

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Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall? Think Again

faythkre

Jul 20, 20222 min read

Think Home Prices Are Going To Fall? Think Again

Over the last two years, the rate of home prices appreciated at a dramatic pace. While that led to incredible equity gains for...

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faythkre

Jul 12, 20222 min read

Should I Buy a Home Right Now?

If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, you likely have one question on the top of your mind: should I buy right now, or should I...

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Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

faythkre

Jun 22, 20222 min read

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are some key things to keep in mind. While it’s exciting to start thinking about...

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What Are the Best Options for Today’s First-Time Homebuyers?

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Jun 8, 20222 min read

What Are the Best Options for Today’s First-Time Homebuyers?

If you’re looking to buy your first home, you’re likely balancing several factors. Because both mortgage rates and home prices have risen...

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Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the Past

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May 25, 20222 min read

Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the Past

In today’s housing market, many are beginning to wonder if we’re returning to the riskier lending habits and borrowing options that led...

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Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

faythkre

May 18, 20223 min read

Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since...

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Things That Could Help You Win a Bidding War on a Home

faythkre

May 11, 20223 min read

Things That Could Help You Win a Bidding War on a Home

With a limited number of homes for sale today and so many buyers looking to make a purchase before mortgage rates rise further, bidding...

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What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates, and Where Will They Go from Here?

faythkre

Mar 30, 20223 min read

What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates, and Where Will They Go from Here?

Based on the Primary Mortgage Market Survey from Freddie Mac, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has increased by 1.2% (3.22% to...

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Don’t Get Caught Off Guard by Closing Costs

faythkre

Mar 16, 20222 min read

Don’t Get Caught Off Guard by Closing Costs

As a homebuyer, it’s important to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when you purchase a home. While most people...

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How Global Uncertainty Is Impacting Mortgage Rates

faythkre

Mar 9, 20222 min read

How Global Uncertainty Is Impacting Mortgage Rates

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home, you’ll want to keep a pulse on what’s happening with mortgage rates. Rates have been...

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Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help You Achieve Homeownership

faythkre

Mar 2, 20222 min read

Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help You Achieve Homeownership

For many homebuyers, the thought of saving for a down payment can feel daunting, especially in today’s market. That’s why, when asked...

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How Supply and Demand Can Impact Your Buying and Selling Goals

faythkre

Feb 23, 20222 min read

How Supply and Demand Can Impact Your Buying and Selling Goals

In today’s housing market, there are far more buyers looking for homes than sellers listing their houses. Based on the concept of supply...

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More People Are Planning To Buy a Home Soon

faythkre

Feb 16, 20222 min read

More People Are Planning To Buy a Home Soon

While some homeowners may be tempted to hold off until spring to list their houses, you should know – homebuyers aren’t waiting. Demand...

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Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

faythkre

Jan 20, 20223 min read

Buyers Want To Know: Why Is Housing Supply Still So Low?

One key question that’s top of mind for homebuyers this year is: why is it so hard to find a house to buy? The truth is, we’re in the...

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How Much Do You Need for Your Down Payment?

faythkre

Jan 3, 20222 min read

How Much Do You Need for Your Down Payment?

As you set out on your homebuying journey, you likely have a plan in place, and you’re working on saving for your purchase. But do you...

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Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing Market

faythkre

Dec 29, 20212 min read

Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing Market

As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep...

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