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Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?

Melissa Johnson · November 24, 2020 ·

Are they going to keep falling? Should I wait until they get even lower? In 2020, buyers were given an opportunity to spend more on a home without increasing their monthly mortgage costs because of the steady mortgage rate drop throughout the year. According to Freddie Mac, … [Read more...] about Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?

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Buy New Construction or Existing Home

Melissa Johnson · November 15, 2020 ·

Should I buy new construction or an existing home? Pros and Cons Deciding to purchase a new construction home versus an existing home is a truly a personal decision based on your lifestyle. New construction homes are very appealing because,... well they are new! They have all … [Read more...] about Buy New Construction or Existing Home

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Foreclosure Forecast

Melissa Johnson · October 27, 2020 ·

Why we WON'T see as many foreclosures in today’s real estate market as compared to 2008? BIGGEST DIFFERENCE: Homeowners have equity in their homes! In today's market, homeowners have equity in their homes, so they are not in negative equity or what some called underwater. … [Read more...] about Foreclosure Forecast

Filed Under: Buying a Home, Real Estate, Selling a Home Tagged With: buying a home, foreclosure, housing crash, market update

Flipped Home or a Renovated Home?

Melissa Johnson · October 21, 2020 ·

Is there a difference? Yes, yes, and YES! There is a HUGE difference between a flipped home and a renovated home. The biggest difference - the end result! There is nothing wrong with a seller wanting to make a profit, but not when a home is compromised and home repairs are … [Read more...] about Flipped Home or a Renovated Home?

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I’m Thinking About Buying A Home

Melissa Johnson · October 4, 2020 ·

Thinking about buying a home? As much as I'd like to say there are certain times in the market that make it the perfect time to buy a home and historically low interest rates could definitely help create the "perfect timing." I'll let you in on a little secret: There is … [Read more...] about I’m Thinking About Buying A Home

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