Market News January 5

Market News January 5

Today's Market News:Share Your Views of the VA Loan Process Since their introduction in 1944, mortgages backed by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have enabled millions of veterans and active-duty military to buy a home without a large down payment. While VA...
Market News December 29

Market News December 29

Happy New Year! Whether you're planning to celebrate in a tuxedo, ball gown, jeans or pajamas, let's raise our glasses to the new year ahead. My very best wishes to you, your friends, family and colleagues. See you in 2024! Begin 2024 With A Sparkling DatabaseWhile it...
Market News December 22

Market News December 22

Join Me in Celebrating the Season Although our methods of remembering the December holidays have evolved beyond the traditional Christmas tree, the hopes and dreams we share still ring true. May you, your family and your loved ones enjoy a holiday filled with...
Market News December 15

Market News December 15

More Buyers Headed North in 2023 Ever since a global pandemic caused a mass transition from traditional to home offices, our nation has seen a lasting spike in relocations. Drawn by everything from sunny weather to lower costs of living, people and businesses alike...
Market News December 8

Market News December 8

More Buyers Preparing for a 2024 Purchase Potential buyers who couldn't close on a home this year haven't given up. Instead, they're girding their loins and preparing to make their move in 2024.According to recent NAR research, around 49% of would-be buyers think...
Market News December 1

Market News December 1

House Hacking Pros and Cons for Home Buyers Determined first-time buyers coping with high property prices have implemented a variety of money-saving strategies. Taking in a renter, or "house hacking", is becoming popular, with almost 40% of new Gen Z and millennial...
Market News November 24

Market News November 24

Warm Thanksgiving WishesIt's the ideal time of the year to remember and feel good about our families, friends, and business associates. No matter how you're planning to celebrate Thanksgiving, please accept my thanks for you loyalty and support. Here's hoping your...
Market News November 17

Market News November 17

Check Out These New DPA SourcesAs home prices and rates rise, so does the need for down payment assistance (DPA). Providers have responded by increasing the total number of DPAs to 2,256, which adds up to 54 additional programs.A new report issued by Down Payment...
Market News November 10

Market News November 10

Does a Property's HOA Pass the Sniff Test?Since today's buyers are already dealing with higher rates and prices, you'll want to assist them with another cost: a property's homeowners association or HOA.Membership in an HOA is mandatory for residents, with fees paid to...
Mortgage News November 3

Mortgage News November 3

New Construction Numbers Flatten Existing Home SalesTwo major housing reports were recently released: the U.S. Census Bureau's New Residential Sales and NAR's Pending Home Sales. The former focuses on new construction, while the pending sales data supplies an early...