What Are the Benefits of a 20% Down Payment?

by Barbara Corregano | Mar 1, 2021 | Advice for Buyers, Buyers

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. Many people may think it’s 20% of the loan to secure a mortgage. While there are plenty of lower down payment options available for...

The Reason Mortgage Rates Are Projected to Increase and What It Means for You

by Barbara Corregano | Feb 23, 2021 | Buyers, Buying Myth, First Time Home Buyers

We’re currently experiencing historically low mortgage rates. Over the last fifty years, the average on a Freddie Mac 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has been 7.76%. Today, that rate is 2.81%. Flocks of homebuyers have been taking advantage of these remarkably low rates...

Home Mortgage Rates by Decade [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Barbara Corregano | Feb 19, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers

Some Highlights Mortgage interest rates have dropped considerably over the past year, and compared to what we’ve seen in recent decades, it’s a great time to buy a home. Locking in a low rate today could save you thousands of dollars over the lifetime of your home...

Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?

by Barbara Corregano | Feb 18, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers

With mortgage interest rates hitting record lows so many times recently, some are wondering if we’ll see low rates continue throughout 2021, or if they’ll start to rise. Recently, Freddie Mac released their quarterly forecast, noting: “The average 30-year fixed-rate...

3 Ways You’ll Win When You Buy a Home This Year

by Barbara Corregano | Feb 15, 2021 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers, Interest Rates

There are so many great reasons to purchase a home, and over the past year, we’ve realized more of them than we ever thought possible. If you’re a first-time homebuyer, having a home of your own can give you a greater sense of security and accomplishment in a time...

Why It’s Easy to Fall in Love with Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]

by Barbara Corregano | Feb 12, 2021 | Buyers, Infographic

Some Highlights Homeownership provides comfort, stability, and security, and it makes you feel more connected to your community. Your home is something to be proud of and is uniquely yours, so you can customize it to your heart’s desire. If you’re ready to fall in...