Single women have long been a powerful force within the first-time buyer segment. Now, one lender's analysis of recent U.S. Census Bureau data shows that, in the largest markets, single women far outpace single men when it comes to homeownership in most of the country. Single women own about 5.2 million homes in the U.S., 44% more than the…
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Buyers May Want to Ask Lenders: How Long to Close?
House hunters may want to ask their lenders how long it will take them to close on a loan while shopping for a mortgage. In a housing market where multiple offer situations have become commonplace, the ability for a buyer to close quickly can stand out to home sellers. Buyers should ask lenders: How long…
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Judging a Home’s Resale Value
Even if you plan to purchase your forever home, it’s essential to think of the future. Life may take you in an unexpected direction. Before buying a property, you should know how to understand it’s resale potential. Ensuring it will appeal to others if you must make a move is necessary to make the purchase…
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It’s a buyer’s market. More choices, better deals to be found.
It’s no secret that the real estate market has slowed down in recent years. Houses aren’t selling as quickly as they did in the white-hot market several years ago, which means people who are selling their houses today have to work harder than ever to make a deal.And that’s a great thing for buyers. Overheated…
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Putting down roots. Owning a home provides a sense of stability
Renting can work for some people, like those who move around frequently from place to place. But when you’re ready to settle down, whether to raise a family or just have a nice place you can call home, nothing beats owning a house. There’s a sense of permanence you get when you own a home,…
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