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Many homeowners wait until the spring to list their home for sale because they believe they can get a better price during the typical spring buyer’s market. However, recently released data suggest a seller’s best strategy may to to list …

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Castle Rock | Rent or Buy? Either Way, You’re Paying Someone’s Mortgage If you would like to buy a home in Castle Rock,  it’s important to have a knowledgeable agent on your side who is an expert in the local …

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Many people are trying to decide if they should purchase a home or rent for another year.  Some ask if it makes sense to buy a house before getting married. Others feel they are too young.  Some think they don’t …

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Some people have not purchased a home because they are uncomfortable with the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that unless you have a rent-free situation, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s. The Joint …

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Last week, the inaugural “Homebuyer Insights Report” was released by the Bank of America. The report revealed why consumers purchase homes and what their feelings are regarding homeownership. Consumer Lending Executive, D. Steve Boland, explained: “Homebuyers today are motivated by …

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According to the BMO Harris Bank Home Buying Report, 52% of Americans say they are likely to buy a home in the next five years. People surveyed said they would be willing to pay an average of $296,000 for a …

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CoreLogic’s latest Equity Report revealed that one million home owners regained equity in their homes in 2015. The outlook for 2016 remains positive as well, as an additional 850,000 properties will regain equity if home prices rise another 5% this …

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A recent Fannie Mae study, What Do Consumers Know About The Mortgage Qualification Criteria?, revealed many consumers are either unsure or misinformed about the minimum requirements necessary to obtain a mortgage. I’m going to break down three of these perceived …

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As a seller, you should be concerned about ‘short term price’ – where home values are headed over the next six months. As a buyer, you must not only be concerned about your purchase price, but also (and maybe even …

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