Is Buying a Home Today a Good Financial Move?

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 24, 2020 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global pandemic coupled with an economic recession has caused heartache for many. However, it has also prompted more Americans to reconsider the meaning of “home.” This quest for a place better equipped to fulfill...

Don’t Let Buyer Competition Keep You from Purchasing a Home

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 23, 2020 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

This year’s record-low mortgage rates sparked high demand among homebuyers. Current homeowners, however, haven’t put their houses on the market so quickly. This makes finding a home to buy today challenging for many potential buyers. With an obstacle like this, those...

Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 19, 2020 | Buyers, Interest Rates

In 2020, buyers got a big boost in the housing market as mortgage rates dropped throughout the year. According to Freddie Mac, rates hit all-time lows 12 times this year, dipping below 3% for the first time ever while making buying a home more and more attractive as...

Making a Home for the Brave Possible [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 6, 2020 | Buyers, Downpayments, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights VA Home Loans provide unique opportunities for Veterans, active-duty personnel, and their families in recognition of their service to our Nation. For eligible individuals, options associated with VA Loans can help make the dream of homeownership a...

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You

by Barbara Corregano | Nov 3, 2020 | Buyers, Buying Myth, First Time Home Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues to rise. With today’s low mortgage rates, there’s great opportunity for current renters to make a move into homeownership that stretches each dollar a little bit further. While the best timeline to buy a home...

Buyer Interest Is Growing among Younger Generations

by Barbara Corregano | Oct 28, 2020 | Buyers, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

The demand for homes this year is extraordinary as record-breaking numbers of hopeful buyers continue to shop for homes. In a normal year, the peak homebuying season comes to a close by early fall. However, 2020 is anything but a normal year, and the housing market is...