Home Buying

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How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate

Kevin Brierton - 2.7.2023 As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past...
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Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

Kevin Brierton - 2.2.2023 The housing market has gone through a lot of change recently,...
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Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

Kevin Brierton - 1.31.2023 As mortgage rates rose last year, activity in the housing market...
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Where Will You Go If You Sell? You Have Options.

Kevin Brierton - 1.30.2023 There are plenty of good reasons you might be ready to...
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Why It Makes Sense To Move Before Spring

Kevin Brierton - 1.26.2023 Spring is usually the busiest season in the housing market. Many...
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The 3 Factors That Affect Home Affordability

Kevin Brierton - 1.24.2023 If you’ve been following the housing market over the last couple...
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Pre-Approval in 2023: What You Need To Know

Kevin Brierton - 1.19.2023 One of the first steps in your home-buying journey is getting pre-approved. To...
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These 3 Tips Can Improve Your Credit Score by up to 30% 

Source: Momentifi THESE 3 TIPS CAN IMPROVE YOUR CREDIT SCORE BY UP TO 30% Your balance-to-limit...
FIVE THINGS THAT IMPACT YOUR CREDIT SCORES

FIVE THINGS THAT IMPACT YOUR CREDIT SCORES

HOW ARE CREDIT SCORES CALCULATED? Your credit scores usually determine the price you pay for...
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Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates

Kevin Brierton - 1.17.2023 Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation....
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What Past Recessions Tell Us About the Housing Market

Kevin Brierton - 1.16.2023 It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy...
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Today’s Housing Market Is Nothing Like 15 Years Ago

Kevin Brierton - 1.11.2023 There’s no doubt today’s housing market is very different than the frenzied one...
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The Truth About Negative Home Equity Headlines

Kevin Brierton - 1.10.2023 Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And...
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Understanding the Steps of the Homebuying Process

Kevin Brierton - 1.8.2023 So you’re ready to buy a house, but you aren’t sure...
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Avoid the Rental Trap in 2023

Kevin Brierton - 1.4.2023 If you’re a renter, you likely face an important decision every...
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Wondering How Much You Need To Save for a Down Payment?

Kevin Brierton - 1.3.2023 If you’re getting ready to buy your first home, you’re likely...
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5 potential benefits of using a doctor mortgage program:

Special rates: Doctor mortgage programs may offer lower mortgage rates to medical professionals Reduced down...
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What Are Your Goals in the Housing Market This Year?

Kevin Brierton - 1.2.2023 If buying or selling a home is part of your dreams...
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What is a home equity line of credit (HELOC)?

A home equity line of credit (HELOC) is a type of loan that allows you...
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5 Tips for Improving Your Credit Score and Qualifying for a Mortgage

Kevin Brierton - 1.1.2023 If you have credit challenges and are looking to improve your...