by Brandon Lamar | Jan 6, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: “Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an avenue for building...
by Brandon Lamar | Jan 5, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
The housing market recovery coming into the new year has been nothing short of remarkable. Many experts agree the turnaround from the nation’s economic pause is playing out extremely well for real estate, and the current market conditions are truly making this winter...
by Brandon Lamar | Dec 31, 2020 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Pricing
The housing market was a shining star in 2020, fueling the economic turnaround throughout the country. As we look forward to 2021, can we expect real estate to continue showing such promise? Here’s what four experts have to say about the year ahead. Lawrence Yun,...
by Brandon Lamar | Dec 29, 2020 | Demographics, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
This year challenged us to reprioritize everything – from the way we use our time to where we work, how we socialize and gather together, and our needs at home. For many, this also meant making decisions about how to best support and engage with our extended families,...
by Brandon Lamar | Dec 24, 2020 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent...
by Brandon Lamar | Dec 22, 2020 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than a full percentage point, hitting a new historic low 15 times. This is a great driver for homeownership, as today’s low rates provide consumers with some significant benefits. Here’s a look at three of them. 1....