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VA Loans: Helping Veterans Achieve Their Homeownership Dreams

November 12, 2021

The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help eligible Veterans, active-duty personnel, surviving spouses, and members of...Read More

Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers, Time-sensitive

What’s Happening with Home Prices?

November 11, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions. How much have home values appreciated over the last 12 months? According...Read More

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing

Two Graphs That Show Why You Shouldn’t Be Upset About 3% Mortgage Rates

November 9, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t going away any time soon. But as a homebuyer, what do rates...Read More

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Experts Project Mortgage Rates Will Continue To Rise in 2022

November 4, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in the historic-low territory. But even over...Read More

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Renters Missed Out on $51,500 This Past Year

November 2, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic: “Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 16.4 percent. To put that in context, rent growth from January...Read More

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

October 30, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can...Read More

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring

October 27, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still low, there are a few important things to understand about the supply of homes for sale as we move into the end of the year. The Number of Homes for Sale Usually...Read More

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers

Knowledge Is Power When It Comes to Appraisals and Inspections

October 26, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection. That’s because high buyer demand and low housing supply are driving intense competition and leading some buyers to consider waiving those contingencies to stand out in the crowded market. But is that the best move? Buying a...Read More

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers

Important Distinction: Homes Are Less Affordable, Not Unaffordable

October 22, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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It’s impossible to research the subject of buying a home without coming across a headline declaring that the fall in home affordability is a crisis. However, when we add context to the most recent affordability statistics, we soon realize that, though homes are less affordable than they have been over the last few years, they...Read More

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates

Looking To Move? It Could Be Time To Build Your Dream Home.

October 21, 2021

by Mark Sincavage, REALTOR®

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While today’s supply of homes for sale is still low, the number of newly built homes is increasing. If you’re ready to sell but have held off because you weren’t sure you’d be able to find a home to move into, newly built homes and those under construction can provide the options you’ve been waiting...Read More

For Buyers, For Sellers, Move-Up Buyers, New Construction

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