There is a lot of current media coverage talking about a drop in homeowner equity. It’s important to understand that equity is closely tied to home values. When home prices appreciate, you can expect equity to increase. Similarly, when home ...
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Are you thinking about buying or selling a house in the current market? It’s important to know that it doesn’t just affect your life. It also affects your community. A yearly report is released by the National Association of ...
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Purchasing a property in Kansas City might be overwhelming, particularly given the unpredictability of the market at the moment. Bidding wars are frequent in Kansas City due to a limited number of available homes, which raises prices and ...
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The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your ...
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This Women’s History Month, we want reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes the impact on the housing market. Since at least 1981, single women have bought more homes than single men each year, and they ...
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When thinking about buying a home, you want to know if your decision will be a good one. For many, this includes considering what home prices are projected to do in the coming years, and how that could impact your ...
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Are you flexible with the space you are looking for? Do you want to consider amenities with your new home or an easy-to-care-for space? If so, you should know there’s an option worth considering, condominiums, also known as condos. According ...
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Over the past year, home prices have been a widely debated topic. Some have said we’ll see a massive drop in prices and could be a repeat of 2008 – which hasn’t happened. Others have forecasted a real estate market that could ...
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If you're looking to buy a home this Spring, there are some important steps you need to remember in the process. It can be exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating after you’ve applied for your ...
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There are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year. However, there is still fewer houses available than more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor....
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The Kansas City and national housing market has been going through shifts lately. To understand what's happening, it's important to work with an industry professional who can be your guide. The Just Say Home KC Team are experts in ...
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Do you plan to buy a home this Spring? Things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, however, it’s still a sellers’ market. When you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your ...
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During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. This can be seen in the recent rise in multigenerational households. According to Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and ...
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You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. Before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on. Many times, reports like ...
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One of the many reasons to buy a home is the way it helps build wealth and financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of ...
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After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. Some potential homebuyers are concerned that these higher rates along with higher prices are making homes less affordable. If ...
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If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. With so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, including newly built homes. The Number of Newly Built Homes Is on ...
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Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard ...
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No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change. When you own your home, most will feel a sense of attachment, through the comfort it gives and having a space that’s genuinely ...
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Whether or not you follow the economy, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are determined by a broad range of factors, so rather than explaining each in depth, both experts and history can tell us ...
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