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Why Summer Is a Great Time To Buy a Vacation Home

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 26, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.26.2022 You may be someone who looks forward to summer each year because it gives you an opportunity to rest, unwind, and enjoy more quality time with your loved ones. Now that summer is just around the corner, it’s worthwhile to start thinking about your plans and where you want to spend…

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How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits the Economy and Your Community

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 25, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.25.2022 If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, chances are you’re focusing on the many extraordinary ways it’ll change your life. But do you know it has a large impact on your community too? To measure that impact, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) releases a report each year to highlight just how much economic activity a home…

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Sellers Have an Opportunity with Today’s Home Prices

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 24, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.24.2022 As mortgage rates started to rise this year, many homeowners began to wonder if the value of their homes would fall. Here’s the good news. Historically, when mortgage rates rise by a percentage point or more, home values continue to appreciate. The latest data on home prices seems to confirm that trend. According to data from CoreLogic,…

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Work With a Real Estate Professional if You Want the Best Advice

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 23, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.23.2022 Because buying or selling a home is such a big decision in our lives, the need for clear, trustworthy information and guidance is crucial. And while no one can give you perfect advice, when you align yourself with an expert, you’ll get the best advice for your situation. An Expert Will Give You the Best Advice Possible…

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44.9% of Homeowners Are Now Equity Rich

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 20, 2022

NEARLY HALF OF FINANCED US HOMES ARE NOW WORTH DOUBLE THEIR LOAN AMOUNT Home price growth has left 44.9% of US homeowners in an equity-rich position, meaning their home equity is worth at least double their loan amount. This is according to the latest report from Attom Data Solutions, a real estate data provider. WHAT…

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The One Thing Every Homeowner Needs To Know About a Recession

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 19, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.19.2022 A recession does not equal a housing crisis. That’s the one thing that every homeowner today needs to know. Everywhere you look, experts are warning we could be heading toward a recession, and if true, an economic slowdown doesn’t mean homes will lose value. The National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) defines a recession this…

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How Homeownership Can Bring You Joy

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 18, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.18.2022 If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, you’re probably weighing a few different factors. The financial benefits of homeownership might be one of the reasons you want to make a purchase if you’re a renter, but the decision can also be motivated by having a place that’s uniquely…

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Why Rising Mortgage Rates Push Buyers off the Fence

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 17, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.17.2022 If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably heard mortgage rates are rising and have wondered what that means for you. Since mortgage rates have increased over two percentage points this year, it’s natural to think about how this will impact your homeownership plans. Today, buyers are reacting in one of two ways: they’re either…

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If You’re a Homeowner, You Have Incredible Leverage When You Sell Today

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 16, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.16.2022 In today’s housing market, homeowners have a great opportunity to sell their house and receive the best terms for their personal situation. That’s because there’s a limited number of homes for sale, which is creating competition among buyers. Right now, homebuyers want three things: To be the winning bid on their dream home To buy before mortgage…

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What You Actually Need To Know About the Number of Foreclosures in Today’s Housing Market

By Kevin Brierton Team | May 12, 2022

Kevin Brierton – 5.12.2022 While you may have seen recent stories about the volume of foreclosures today, context is important. During the pandemic, many homeowners were able to pause their mortgage payments using the forbearance program. The goal was to help homeowners financially during the uncertainty created by the health crisis. When the forbearance program…

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