There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right now and they’re offering incentives. And that can help give you more options that fit the bill. Newly Built … [Read more...] about The median square footage of a new single-family home has moved down to its lowest level since 2010: Builders Are Building Smaller Homes~
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Remote Work Is Changing How Some Buyers Search for Their Dream Homes ~
The way Americans work has changed in recent years, and remote work is at the forefront of this shift. Experts say it’ll continue to be popular for years to come and project that 36.2 million Americans will be working remotely by 2025. To give you some perspective, that's a 417% increase compared to the pre-pandemic years when there were just 7 million remote workers. If … [Read more...] about Remote Work Is Changing How Some Buyers Search for Their Dream Homes ~
Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future ~
Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you can afford when you take out a home loan – and affordability is a challenge today – it’s a good time to look at the big picture of where mortgage rates have been historically compared to … [Read more...] about Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future ~
Consider all your resources : Your Tax Refund Can Help You Achieve Your Homebuying Goals
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a variety of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But there’s good news – your tax refund can help you achieve your goals by paying for some of these expenses. SmartAsset estimates the average American will receive a $1,798 tax refund this year. The map below provides a more … [Read more...] about Consider all your resources : Your Tax Refund Can Help You Achieve Your Homebuying Goals
Before you buy, be sure to read the VA Home Loan Buyer's Guide: VA Loans Can Help Veterans Achieve Their Dream of Home Ownership
Take Away: VA helps Servicemembers, Veterans, and eligible surviving spouses become homeowners. As part of our mission to serve you, we provide a home loan guarantee benefit and other housing-related programs to help you buy, build, repair, retain, or adapt a home for your own personal occupancy. For over 78 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have provided millions … [Read more...] about Before you buy, be sure to read the VA Home Loan Buyer's Guide: VA Loans Can Help Veterans Achieve Their Dream of Home Ownership