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Are the Top 3 Housing Market Questions on Your Mind?

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When it comes to what’s happening in the housing market, there’s a lot of confusion going around right now. You may hear one thing in conversation with your friends, see something totally different on the news, and read something on social media that contradicts both of those thoughts. And, if you’re thinking about making a move, that can leave you with a lot of lingering questions. Continue Reading about Are the Top 3 Housing Market Questions on Your Mind?

Is Your House the Top Thing on a Buyer’s Wish List this Holiday Season?

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This time every year, homeowners who are planning to move have a decision to make: sell now or wait until after the holidays? Some sellers with homes already on the market may even remove their listing until the new year. But the truth is, many buyers want to purchase a home for the holidays, and your house might be just what they’re looking for. As an article from Fortune Continue Reading about Is Your House the Top Thing on a Buyer’s Wish List this Holiday Season?

Life-Changing Events That Move the Housing Market

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Life is a journey filled with unexpected twists and turns, like the excitement of welcoming a new addition, retiring and starting a new adventure, or the bittersweet feeling of an empty nest. If something like this is changing in your own life, you may be considering buying or selling a house. That’s because through all these life-altering events, there is one common Continue Reading about Life-Changing Events That Move the Housing Market

How VA Loans Can Help Make Homeownership Dreams Come True

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For more than 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped millions of veterans buy their own homes. If you or someone you care about has served in the military, it's essential to learn about this program and its advantages. Here are some important things to know about VA loans before you buy a home. The Many Advantages of VA Home Loans VA home loans provide a Continue Reading about How VA Loans Can Help Make Homeownership Dreams Come True

Thinking About Using Your 401(k) To Buy a Home?

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Are you dreaming of buying your own home and wondering about how you’ll save for a down payment? You're not alone. Some people think about tapping into their 401(k) savings to make it happen. But before you decide to dip into your retirement to buy a home, be sure to consider all possible alternatives and talk with a financial expert. Here’s why. The Numbers May Make It Continue Reading about Thinking About Using Your 401(k) To Buy a Home?

Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year

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As the year winds down, you may have decided it's time to make a move and put your house on the market. But should you sell now or wait until January? While it may be tempting to hold off until after the holidays, here are three reasons to make your move before the new year. Get One Step Ahead of Other Sellers Typically, in the residential real estate market, homeowners are less likely to Continue Reading about Reasons To Sell Your House Before the New Year