Buyer Guides

Most prospective homebuyers know they should beef-up their credit scores prior to purchase to secure the best possible interest rates, but most are not aware how the purchase will affect their score in the short- and long-term post-sale.

The US housing market has tilted in favor of buyers for the last several years, but there are a growing number of markets where there is likely to be less competition.

The US housing market is experiencing a perfect storm of affordability erosion.

The “Home for the Holidays” incentive package includes GE appliances, a Sonos-brand sound system, and paid closing costs on new and move-in ready homes.

The typical American moves about eleven times throughout the course of their lifetime, and many say moving is nearly as stressful as death and paying taxes.

In September, national interest rates rose to their highest level in nearly five years, causing some American homebuyers to momentarily put the brakes on their home search.

Beyond the standard down payment, many American homebuyers neglect to properly budget for closing costs and one-time move-in related projects, like changing the locks.

Staying comfortable year-round is the biggest want of today’s American homebuyer.

Fall is a time for renewal, making it an ideal season to tackle those home improvement projects that you put off over the spring and summer.