Home Buying

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Homeownership Could Be in Reach with Down Payment Assistance Programs

Kevin Brierton - 6.29.2022 A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their...
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A Key Opportunity for Homebuyers

Kevin Brierton - 6.28.2022 There’s no denying the housing market has delivered a fair share...
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Homeownership Is a Great Hedge Against the Impact of Rising Inflation

Kevin Brierton - 6.23.2022 If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about...
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Things To Avoid After Applying for a Home Loan

Kevin Brierton - 6.22.2022 Once you’ve applied for a mortgage to buy a home, there are...
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The Average Homeowner Gained $64K in Equity over the Past Year

Kevin Brierton - 6.21.2022 If you own a home, your net worth likely just got...
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Why Achieving the Dream of Homeownership Can Be More Difficult for Some Americans

Kevin Brierton - 6.20.2022 Today we take time to honor and recognize the past and...
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More Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment Than Ever Before

Kevin Brierton - 6.13.2022 Americans’ opinion on the value of real estate as an investment...
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Luxury Homes Are in High Demand

Kevin Brierton - 6.9.2022 As people realize their needs are changing, some are turning to...
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What Are the Best Options for Today’s First-Time Homebuyers?

Kevin Brierton - 6.8.2022 If you’re looking to buy your first home, you’re likely balancing...
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Why the Growing Number of Homes for Sale Is Good for Your Move Up

Kevin Brierton - 6.7.2022 Are you thinking about selling your current home? If so, the...
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Why You Need an Expert To Determine the Right Price for Your House

Kevin Brierton - 6.6.2022 If your lifestyle has changed recently and you’re ready to make...
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How Homeownership Impacts You

Kevin Brierton - 6.2.2022 June is National Homeownership Month, and it’s the perfect time to reflect...
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Why Home Loans Today Aren’t What They Were in the Past

Kevin Brierton - 6.1.2022 In today’s housing market, many are beginning to wonder if we’re...
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Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation Home

Kevin Brierton - 5.26.2022 You may be someone who looks forward to summer each year...
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How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits the Economy and Your Community

Kevin Brierton - 5.25.2022 If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, chances are you’re focusing on the...
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Work With a Real Estate Professional if You Want the Best Advice

Kevin Brierton - 5.23.2022 Because buying or selling a home is such a big decision in our lives, the need for...
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44.9% of Homeowners Are Now Equity Rich

NEARLY HALF OF FINANCED US HOMES ARE NOW WORTH DOUBLE THEIR LOAN AMOUNT Home price...
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The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

Kevin Brierton - 5.19.2022 A recession does not equal a housing crisis. That’s the one...
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How Homeownership Can Bring You Joy

Kevin Brierton - 5.18.2022 If you're trying to decide whether to rent or buy a...
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Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

Kevin Brierton - 5.17.2022 If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising...