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You DO NOT Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy Your Home NOW!

You DO NOT Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy Your Home NOW!

The Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The results of the survey show that the main reason why non-homeowners do not own their own homes is because they believe that…

Homeownership Benefits, Go Beyond the Financial

The Benefits of Homeownership Go Beyond the Financial

Homeownership the American Dream… Homeownership is a major part of the American Dream. As evidence of that, 91% of Americans believe that owning a home is either essential (43%) or important (48%) to achieving that “dream.” In a market where some people may be unsure about the benefits and possibilities of buying a home, it…

There’s More to a Bubble Than Rising Home Prices

There’s More to a Bubble Than Rising Home Prices

What truly causes a housing bubble and the inevitable crash? For the best explanation, let’s go to a person who correctly called the last housing bubble – a year before it happened. “A bubble requires both overvaluation based on fundamentals and speculation. It is natural to focus on an asset’s fundamental value, but the real…

Buying a Home Remains Cheaper Than Renting in 39 States!

Buying a Home Remains Cheaper Than Renting in 39 States!

Thinking of Buying a Home? Everyone wants to save money.  Did you know buying a home is cheaper than renting.  Here’s why…… In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that buying a home remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the…

Net Worth of Homeowners 44 Times Greater than Renters

Net Worth of Homeowners 44X Greater than Renters

Net Worth = Rent vs. Buy… Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect net worth data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey data, covering 2013-2016 was released two weeks ago. The study revealed that the 2016 median net worth of homeowners was $231,400 – a 15% increase since…

Millennials to Millionaire: Now is the time to Buy a Home Now!

Millionaire to Millennials: Buy a Home Now!

Millennials to Millionaire… In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that “the single biggest mistake millennials are making” is not purchasing a home because buying real estate is “an escalator to wealth.” Bach went on to explain: “If millennials don’t buy a home, their chances of actually having any wealth in this country are little to none. The…

Down Payment… No… You Do Not Need 20% Down to Buy NOW!

No… You Do Not Need 20% Down Payment to Buy NOW!

Down Payment… The Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found that the American public is still somewhat confused about what down payment is required to qualify for a home mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The results of the survey show that non-homeowners cite the main reason for not currently owning…

A Tale of Two Real Estate Markets: A 6-Month Update

A Tale of Two Markets: A 6-Month Update

Two Real Estate Markets… Six months ago, we reported that the mismatch between the type of inventory of homes for sale and the demand of buyers in the US was causing the formation of two real estate markets. In the starter and trade-up home categories, there were significantly more buyers than there were homes for…

Homeownership Is a Precondition of the American Dream

Report: Homeownership Is a Precondition of the American Dream

Homeownership The American Dream… Hearth just released their 2017 State of the American Dream report which showed that Americans still see homeownership as an integral piece of the American Dream. The report confirmed that “all generations–including millennials – agree homeownership is very important to achieving the American Dream.” Americans ranked “owning a home I love”…

How Your Home Value Grows Your Family’s Wealth

How Your Home’s Value Grows Your Family’s Wealth

Think about Your Home Value… Over the next five years, home prices are expected to appreciate 3.64% per year on average and to grow by 18.4% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey. So, what does this mean for homeowners and their equity position? As an example, let’s assume a young couple purchased and closed on…

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s

Homeowner’s Net Worth Is Still Greater Than a Renter’s

What’s Your Homeowner’s Net Worth? Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts their Survey of Consumer Finances in which they collect data across all economic and social groups. The latest survey, which includes data from 2010-2013, reports that a homeowner’s net worth is 36 times greater than that of a renter ($194,500 vs. $5,400).  The latest…

Americans Still Believe Real Estate is Best Long-Term Investment

Americans Still Believe Real Estate is Best Long-Term Investment

Real Estate is Best Long-Term Investment According to Bankrate’s latest Financial Security Index Poll, Americans who have money to set aside for the next 10 years would rather invest in real estate than any other type of investment. Bankrate asked Americans to answer the following question: “What is the best way to invest money you…

69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

Down payment needs According to a recent survey conducted by Genworth Financial Inc. at the Annual Mortgage Bankers’ Association Secondary Market Conference, mortgage professionals say that first-time buyers still believe a 20% down payment is necessary to buy in today’s market. Nearly 40% of mortgage industry professionals surveyed believe that a lack of knowledge about the home-buying process is keeping…

84% of Americans Believe Buying a Home is a Good Financial Decision

84% of Americans Believe Buying a Home is a Good Financial Decision

Owning a Home – Good Financial Decision According to the National Association of Realtors®’ 2017 National Housing Pulse Survey, 84% of Americans now believe that purchasing a home is a good financial decision. This is the highest percentage since 2007 – before the housing crisis. Those surveyed pointed out five major reasons why they believe homeownership is…

3 Tips to Succeed in Today’s Highly Competitive Real Estate Market

3 Tips to Succeed in Today’s Highly Competitive Real Estate Market

Competitive Real Estate Market In today’s highly competitive real estate market, where inventory levels are not keeping up with the constant stream of buyer demand, there are steps you can take to ensure you are most prepared for success when buying a home. The 3 tips we are going to expand on today come from…

Breaking The 2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers

2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers

Home Buyers In Realtor.com’s recent article, “Home Buyers’ Top Mortgage Fears: Which One Scares You?” they mention that “46% of potential home buyers fear they won’t qualify for a mortgage to the point that they don’t even try.” Myth #1: “I Need a 20% Down Payment” Buyers overestimate the down payment funds needed to qualify…

Premium Home Sales Soar Due to Help From Buyer’s Market

Buyer’s Market Helps Premium Home Sales Soar

We previously reported how a shortage of inventory in the starter and trade-up home markets is driving prices up and causing bidding wars, creating a true seller’s market. At the same time, in the premium home market, an over-abundance of inventory has started to see prices come down and put buyers in the driver’s seat,…

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