Where Have All the Houses Gone?
In today’s housing market, it seems harder than ever to find a home to buy. Before the health crisis hit us a year ago, there was already a shortage of homes for sale. When many homeowners delayed their plans to sell at the same time that ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 23, 2021 in Buying a Home
Millennials: Is It Time to Buy a Bigger Home?
In today’s housing market, all eyes are on millennials. Not only are millennials the largest generation, but they’re also currently between 25 and 40 years old. These are often considered prime homebuying years when many people begin ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 18, 2021 in Buying a Home
3 Ways You’ll Win When You Buy a Home This Year
There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we’ve realized more of them than we ever thought possible. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, having a home of your own can give you a greater sense of ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 17, 2021 in Buying a Home
Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One
If spending more time at home over the past year is making you really think hard about buying a home instead of renting one, you’re not alone. You may be wondering, however, if the dollars and cents add up in your favor as home ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 16, 2021 in Buying a Home
47% of New Buyers Surprised by How Affordable Homes Are Today
Headlines matter. Right now, it’s hard to read about real estate without seeing a headline that suggests homes have become unaffordable for most Americans. In reality, there’s hard evidence that shows how owning a home is more ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 15, 2021 in Buying a Home
Why It’s Easy to Fall in Love with Homeownership
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Homeownership provides comfort, stability, and security, and it makes you feel more connected to your community.
Your home is something to be proud of and is uniquely yours, so you can customize it to your heart’s desire....
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 14, 2021 in Buying a Home
Why Owning a Home Is a Powerful Financial Decision
In today’s housing market, there are clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, the chance to build your net worth, and appreciating home values, just to name a few. If you’re a renter, ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 12, 2021 in Buying a Home
The Luxury Market Is Attracting Buyers in 2021
As more people continue to identify their changing needs this year, some are turning to the upscale housing sector for more space or finer features. In their most recent Luxury Market Report, the Institute for Luxury Home ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 10, 2021 in Buying a Home
Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.
Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their earnings and savings and then decide what makes the most financial sense. That equation will most likely ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 5, 2021 in Buying a Home
What Record-Low Housing Inventory Means for You
The real estate market is expected to do very well in 2021, with mortgage rates that are hovering at historic lows and forecasted by experts to remain favorable throughout the year. One challenge to the housing industry, ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on February 2, 2021 in Buying a Home
Things to Avoid after Applying for a Mortgage
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There are a few key things to make sure you avoid after applying for a mortgage to help make sure you still qualify for your loan at the closing table.
Along the way, be sure to discuss any changes in income, assets, or ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on January 30, 2021 in Buying a Home
Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?
Should I Wait for Lower Mortgage Interest Rates?
Historically low mortgage rates are a big motivator for homebuyers right now. In 2020 alone, rates hit new record-lows 16 times, and the trend continued into the early part of this year. ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on January 29, 2021 in Buying a Home
The Path to Homeownership
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If you’re thinking of buying a home and not sure where to start, you’re not alone.
Here’s a map with 10 simple steps to follow in the homebuying process.
Let’s connect today to discuss the specific steps ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on December 4, 2020 in Buying a Home
How Technology is Helping Buyers Navigate the Home Search
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A recent realtor.com survey revealed that buyers are still considering moving forward with the homebuying process, even if they can’t see the home in-person.
While they still prefer to physically see a home, ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on April 17, 2020 in Buying a Home
The Economic Impact of Buying a Home
The Economic Impact of Buying a Home
We’re in a changing real estate market, and life, in general, is changing too – from how we grocery shop and meal prep to the ways we can interact with our friends and neighbors. Even practices for ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on March 31, 2020 in Buying a Home
Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference
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Choosing the right real estate professional is one of the most impactful decisions you can make in your home buying or selling process.
A real estate professional can explain current market conditions and break down what they will ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on January 16, 2020 in Buying a Home
A Latte a Day Keeps Home Ownership Away!
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The holiday lattes are out, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast!
Saving for a down payment takes a little discipline, so limiting ...
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Posted by Missy Ashcraft on December 22, 2019 in Buying a Home