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How Misunderstandings about Affordability Could Cost You

There’s a lot of discussion about affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are…

Written by Cathy Mauk Dickens

May 27, 2021

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Don’t Forget to Budget for Closing Costs

When buying a home, it’s important to have a budget and make sure you plan ahead for certain homebuying expenses. Saving for a down payment is the main cost that comes to…

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May 25, 2021

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Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small Fortune

Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are…

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May 13, 2021

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Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Homeownership Most Valuable

Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream. As we look back on more than a year of sheltering in our homes, having a place of our own is more…

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May 3, 2021

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How Much Time Do You Need To Save for a Down Payment?

One of the biggest hurdles homebuyers face is saving for a down payment. As you’re budgeting and planning for your home purchase, you’ll want to understand how much you’ll need…

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April 19, 2021

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Don’t Sell on Your Own Just Because It’s a Sellers’ Market

In a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their house on their own (known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) instead of working with a trusted real estate professional.…

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April 10, 2021

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Your Tax Refund and Stimulus Savings May Help You Achieve Homeownership This Year

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, saving for a down payment is one of the most important steps in the process. One of the best ways to…

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April 5, 2021

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What It Means To Be in a Sellers’ Market

If you’ve given even a casual thought to selling your house in the near future, this is the time to really think seriously about making a move. Here’s why this season is…

Written by Cathy Mauk Dickens

March 29, 2021

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2021 Real Estate Myth Buster

Some Highlights There are a lot of misconceptions about buying or selling a home today, making it challenging to know exactly how to navigate the current real estate landscape.Here’s a…

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March 28, 2021

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Buyer & Seller Perks in Today’s Housing Market

Right now, the housing market is full of outstanding opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Whether you’re thinking of buying your first home, moving up to a bigger one, or selling so…

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March 25, 2021

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How Misunderstandings about Affordability Could Cost You

Don’t Forget to Budget for Closing Costs

Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small Fortune

Americans Find the Nonfinancial Benefits of Homeownership Most Valuable

How Much Time Do You Need To Save for a Down Payment?

Don’t Sell on Your Own Just Because It’s a Sellers’ Market

Your Tax Refund and Stimulus Savings May Help You Achieve Homeownership This Year

What It Means To Be in a Sellers’ Market

2021 Real Estate Myth Buster

Buyer & Seller Perks in Today’s Housing Market

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