Mortgage Rates Impact on 2017 Home Values

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
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There is no doubt that historically low mortgage interest rates were a major impetus to housing recovery over the last several years. However, many industry experts are showing concern about the possible effect that the rising rates will have moving forward. The Mortgage Bankers Association, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and the National Association of Realtors
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US Housing Market Shows Real Estate Investments are Sound

Buying A Home, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
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According to the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent (BH&J) Index, the U.S. housing market has continued to move deeper into buy territory, supporting the belief that housing markets across the country remain a sound investment. The BH&J Index is a quarterly report that attempts to answer the question: In today’s housing market, is it better
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The Impact of Homeownership on Educational Achievement

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
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The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households. Homeownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the
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Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs. Buying?

Buying A Home, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
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Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting or buying a home has been a close decision. Looking at the percentage of income needed to rent a median-priced home today (30%), vs. the percentage needed to buy a median-priced home (15%), the choice becomes obvious. Every market is different. Before you renew your lease again, find
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The Impact of Homeownership on Civic Involvement

Buying A Home, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
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The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled ‘Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans: “Owning a home embodies the promise of individual autonomy and is the aspiration of most American households. Homeownership allows households to accumulate wealth and social status, and is the
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Homeownership Offers Stability and Wealth Creation

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
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The most recent Housing Pulse Survey released by the National Association of Realtors revealed that the two major reasons Americans prefer owning their own home instead of renting are: They want the opportunity to build equity. They want a stable and safe environment. Building Equity In a recent article by The Mortgage Reports, they report that “buying and
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