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Have Your Day in the Sun by Moving Up This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]

June 11, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

Some Highlights Longer days and sunny weather mean summer is upon us, and what better conditions than right now to upgrade to the home of your dreams? If your needs have changed, it’s a great time to upgrade – there’s likely high demand for your current house, and today’s low mortgage rates can help you […]

Where Do Experts Say the Housing Market Is Heading?

May 25, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

As we enter the middle of 2021, many are wondering if we’ll see big changes in the housing market during the second half of this year. Here’s a look at what some experts have to say about key factors that will drive the industry and the economy forward in the months to come. realtor.com “. […]

Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small Fortune

May 6, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no longer fits their changing needs. […]

Are Interest Rates Expected to Rise Over the Next Year?

May 5, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

So far this year, mortgage rates continue to hover around 3%, encouraging many hopeful homebuyers to enter the housing market. However, there’s a good chance interest rates will increase later this year and going into 2022, ultimately making it more expensive to borrow money for a home loan. Here’s a look at what several experts […]

Should I Buy Now or Wait? [INFOGRAPHIC]

April 29, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

Some Highlights If you’re thinking that waiting a year or two to purchase a home might mean you’ll save some money, think again. Mortgage interest rates are currently very low, but experts across the board are forecasting increases in both home prices and interest rates. Buying a home now means you’ll spend less in […]

Planning to Move? You Can Still Secure a Low Interest Rate on Your Next Home

April 21, 2021 by Bob Sawyer

This year, mortgage rates have started to slowly climb above recent record-breaking lows. Many homeowners planning to move may feel like they’ve missed the chance to score a great interest rate on their next mortgage. In reality, there’s still time to secure an interest rate far below the historic norm. Here’s why. After creeping up […]