Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And if youve been following along, you may have heard theres a growing number of homeowners with negative equity. But dont let those headlines scare you.

In truth, the headlines dont give you all the information you really need to understand whats happening and at what scale.

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If youre thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and moderated home prices. But what about [...]

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• If youre planning to buy a home in 2023, here are a few things to focus on.
• Work on your credit and save for a down payment. If saving feels like a challenge, theres help available. Then, get pre-approved, create a list of desired features, and prioritize them.
• Lets connect so you have expert advice on how to reach your

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A new year brings with it the opportunity for new experiences. If that resonates with you because youre considering making a move, youre likely juggling a mix of excitement over your next home and a sense of attachment to your current one. [...]

If youre a renter, you likely face an important decision every year: renew your current lease, start a new one, or buy a home. This year is no different. But before you dive too deeply into your options, it helps to understand the true costs of renting moving [...]

If youre getting ready to buy your first home, youre likely focused on saving up for everything that purchase involves. One cost thats likely top of mind is your down payment. But dont let a common misconception about how much you need to save make the process harder than it could

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If buying or selling a home is part of your dreams for 2023, its essential for you to understand todays housing market, define your goals, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into

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With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions in the housing market are different today. And if youre thinking of selling your house, its important to understand how the market has changed and what that means for you. The best way to make sure youre in the know is to work with a trusted housing market

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While its exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating after youve applied for your mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. Heres a list of things you may not realize you need to avoid after applying for your home loan.

Dont Deposit Large Sums of Cash

Lenders need to source your money, and cash

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