
For generations, the homebuying process never really changed.
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For generations, the homebuying process never really changed.
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According to data from the most recent Origination Insight Report by Ellie Mae, the average FICO® score on closed loans reached 753 in February.
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Last Thursday, Freddie Mac announced that their 30-year fixed mortgage rate was over 3% (3.02%) for the first time since last July.
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Whether you’re buying your first home or selling your current house, if your needs are changing and you think you need to move, the decision can be complicated.
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If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you may be wondering how much money you need to come up with for your down payment.
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If you’re looking for a home to purchase right now and having trouble finding one, you’re not alone.
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We’re currently experiencing historically low mortgage rates.
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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.
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Home values appreciated by about ten percent in 2020, and they’re forecast to appreciate by about five percent this year.
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Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now?
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