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Multigenerational Housing Is Gaining Momentum [INFOGRAPHIC]

April 9, 2021 by Rick Landuyt

Some Highlights If your house is feeling a little cramped with the addition of adult children or aging parents, it might be time to consider a move-up into a multigenerational home that better suits your changing needs. With benefits that include a combined homebuying budget and shared caregiving duties, an increasing number of households are discovering the value of a … [Read more...] about Multigenerational Housing Is Gaining Momentum [INFOGRAPHIC]

Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits

April 8, 2021 by Rick Landuyt

A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are the top four financial benefits of owning a home according to consumer respondents: 88% – a better chance of saving for retirement 87% – the best investment plan 85% – the chance to be better off … [Read more...] about Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits

Latest Jobs Report: What Does It Mean for You & the Housing Market?

April 7, 2021 by Rick Landuyt

Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report. The economy gained 916,000 jobs in March – well above expert projections of 650,000 to 675,000. The unemployment rate fell again and is now at 6%. What does this mean for you? Our lives are deeply impacted by our nation’s economy. The better the economy is doing overall, the better most … [Read more...] about Latest Jobs Report: What Does It Mean for You & the Housing Market?

Your Tax Refund and Stimulus Savings May Help You Achieve Homeownership This Year

April 5, 2021 by Rick Landuyt

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, saving for a down payment is one of the most important steps in the process. One of the best ways to jumpstart your savings is by starting with the help of your tax refund. Using data from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), it’s estimated that Americans can expect an average refund of $2,925 when filing their taxes this year. The map … [Read more...] about Your Tax Refund and Stimulus Savings May Help You Achieve Homeownership This Year

There’s No Reason To Panic Over Today’s Lending Standards

April 1, 2021 by Rick Landuyt

Today, some are afraid the real estate market is starting to look a lot like it did in 2006, just prior to the housing crash. One of the factors they’re pointing to is the availability of mortgage money. Recent articles about the availability of low down payment loans and down payment assistance programs are causing fear that we’re returning to the bad habits seen 15 years ago. … [Read more...] about There’s No Reason To Panic Over Today’s Lending Standards

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