Category: Buyer Articles

Owning a Home Is Still More Affordable Than Renting One

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…

Written by Cathy Mauk Dickens

January 21, 2021

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The Importance of Home Equity in Building Wealth

The Importance of Home Equity in Building Wealth Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: “Homeownership has cemented…

Written by Cathy Mauk Dickens

January 11, 2021

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Mortgage rates fall once again — but rising home prices mean that buyers shouldn’t expect savings – Yahoo Business

Even with interest rates at record lows, someone buying the typical home today will have a larger monthly mortgage payment than they would have if they bought a year ago.

Written by Bonnie Carlson

August 27, 2020

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DIY Home Improvement Projects to Boost Your Homes Sellability

DIY home improvements can be great feel-good projects. You get to learn a new skill, use your hands, and take pride in something you create yourself. Enjoy this article fromRealtor.com

Written by Bonnie Carlson

August 20, 2020

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Is now the best time to sell?

The market hasn’t slowed down. Even through a pandemic. If you are thinking of selling or buying, this is the perfect article to read.

Written by Bonnie Carlson

August 14, 2020

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Curious what the Current Housing Market is Like?

Even with the challenges 2020 has presented, the housing market has stayed strong. Here are a few views from the experts.

Written by Bonnie Carlson

August 3, 2020

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Thinking of a Kitchen Remodel?

You’ve spent a lot of time in your kitchen lately. Are you ready for a remodel? Take a look at these before and afters from HGTV! https://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/design-101/before-and-after-kitchen-makeovers-pictures

Written by Bonnie Carlson

July 27, 2020

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Should I Stay or Should I Go?

By Melanie Robitaille, Sr. Staff Writer and Graphic Designer It’s easy to put up with the needs and inadequacies of your home while you’re busy balancing work and life, but…

Written by Bonnie Carlson

July 21, 2020

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WHERE WILL THE HOUSING MARKET GO FROM HERE?

https://www.keepingcurrentmatters.com/article/where-will-the-housing-market-go-from-here/ There’s one big question on every prospective buyer and seller’s mind right now. Where’s the market headed for the rest of the year?

Written by Bonnie Carlson

July 20, 2020

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One of the first economic predictions that came out of the COVID-19 pandemic was that the economy—and in particular, the real estate market—would grind to a halt. However, as homeowners…

Written by Bonnie Carlson

July 13, 2020

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