Maximizing a home down-payment tends to make sense: The larger the down payment, the cheaper the monthly mortgage bill and the better the possibility of building equity quicker. Home down-payment shouldn’t destroy buyers’ budget But putting an excessive amount down could ... » Learn More about Down-payment shouldn’t destroy budget
Florida Housing 2018
Home options determined by …
An array of factors play a role in millennial decisions to move to specific areas, and regardless of whether they remain in their home for an extended period or relocate soon after arrival. Millennial home options determined by affordability & jobs A location's job ... » Learn More about Home options determined by …
Staging Your Home for Selling Season
For those who own a home, chances are one of your largest investments. When it's time to move up or downsize, you need to do everything in your power to protect your equity and get your asking price - or higher. One way to ensure that your home is listed, and purchased, at the right price point is ... » Learn More about Staging Your Home for Selling Season
Less homeowners using home equity
American homeowners are doing something surprising: Despite record levels of home equity available - approximately $1.5 trillion worth - they are using it less via home equity lines of credit and cash-out refinancings. Recession lesson: Less homeowners using home equity Are ... » Learn More about Less homeowners using home equity
A Strategy for First-Time Home-buyers
If you’re a first-time home-buyer who has succeeded in saving enough for a down payment on your very first home - congratulations! You did your homework prior to starting your home search and realized you don’t need 20% for a down payment on your first home. You’ve tackled one of the hardest ... » Learn More about A Strategy for First-Time Home-buyers