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The Market Using Your Tax Refund to Help Buy a Home Are you saving up to to buy a home this year? If so, you’re probably aware of the key expenses involved—mainly closing costs and a down payment. But did you know your tax refund could help cover some of these costs? As Credit Karma explains: “If one of your goals is to stop renting and buy […]
The Market Builders are Building Smaller Homes There’s no argument, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right now and they’re offering incentives. And that can help […]
The Market The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire Some Highlights If you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your expenses. Smaller homes typically have lower energy and maintenance costs. Plus, you may have enough equity built up to fuel your move. If you’re thinking about moving to a smaller home, let’s go over your goals […]
The Market What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market? If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering: if there’ll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market. So, here’s what the professionals are saying about the market, this season. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, First American: “. . . it seems our general expectation for the spring […]
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