Time in the Market Beats Trying To Time the Market

Some HighlightsAre you torn between whether to buy a home now or wait? Consider this.Forecasts show prices will climb for ​at least the next 5 years. If you wait, the price of a home will be higher later on. But, if you buy a $400K now, you could gain roughly $83K in equity as prices rise.If you're

Now’s the Time To Upgrade to Your Dream Home

If you’ve been wanting to sell your house and move up to a bigger or nicer home, you’re not alone. A recent Inman survey reveals the top motivator for today’s homebuyers is the desire for more space or an upgraded home (see graph below):But there’s also a good chance you, like many other people, hav

Don't Wait on the Presidential Election to Buy

As the presidential election approaches, many prospective homebuyers find themselves in a state of uncertainty. It's a common trend: real estate sales tend to slow down before an election, only to pick up once the political dust has settled. This pattern is observed almost every four years, as buyer

What To Know About Closing Costs

Now that you’ve decided to buy a home and are ready to make it happen, it’s a good idea to plan ahead for the costs that are a typical part of the homebuying process. And while your down payment is probably the number one expense on your mind, don't forget about closing costs. Here’s what you need t