First Time Home Buyers

2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC]

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2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • A recent study from HarrisX shows the current health crisis isn’t slowing down today’s homebuyers.
  • Many buyers are accelerating their timelines to take advantage of low mortgage rates and staying home has enabled some to save more money to put toward a down payment.
  • Let’s connect today if your needs have recently changed and you’re ready to make a move this year.

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2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates /

2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • A recent study from HarrisX shows the current health crisis isn’t slowing down today’s homebuyers.
  • Many buyers are accelerating their timelines to take advantage of low mortgage rates and staying home has enabled some to save more money to put toward a down payment.
  • Let’s connect today if your needs have recently changed and you’re ready to make a move this year.

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2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC]

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates /

2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • A recent study from HarrisX shows the current health crisis isn’t slowing down today’s homebuyers.
  • Many buyers are accelerating their timelines to take advantage of low mortgage rates and staying home has enabled some to save more money to put toward a down payment.
  • Let’s connect today if your needs have recently changed and you’re ready to make a move this year.

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How Is Remote Work Changing Homebuyer Needs?

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How Is Remote Work Changing Homebuyer Needs? | Simplifying The MarketWith more companies figuring out how to efficiently and effectively enable their employees to work remotely (and for longer than most of us initially expected), homeowners throughout the country are re-evaluating their needs. Do I still need to live close to my company’s office building? Do I need a larger home with more office space? […]

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Homeownership Rate Continues to Rise in 2020

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Homeownership Rate Continues to Rise in 2020 | Simplifying The MarketSo far, it’s been quite a ride this year, and our nation has truly seen its fair share of hurdles. From COVID-19 to record unemployment and then the resulting recession, just to name a few, the second quarter of 2020 has had more than a few challenges. Amidst the many roadblocks, however, the U.S. homeownership […]

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Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home

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Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home | Simplifying The MarketIn June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for 35% of the existing homes sold, a trend that’s been building steadily throughout the year. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “The share of first-time buyers increased in March through June—right into the heart of the pandemic period and the surge in unemployment—and is […]

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Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks

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Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks | Simplifying The MarketOver the past several weeks, Freddie Mac has reported the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropping to record lows, all the way down to 3.03%. Last week’s reported rate reached the lowest point in the history of the survey, which dates back to 1971 (See graph below): What does this mean for buyers? This is […]

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Buyers: Are You Ready for a Bidding War?

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Buyers: Are You Ready for a Bidding War? | Simplifying The MarketWith businesses reopening throughout the country and some experts indicating early signs of a much-anticipated economic recovery, more homebuyers are actively entering the housing market this summer. Today, housing is truly driving the U.S. economy forward. With so many buyers looking for homes to purchase and so few houses for sale right now, there’s a […]

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Americans Rank Real Estate Best Investment for 7 Years Running [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Americans Rank Real Estate Best Investment for 7 Years Running [INFOGRAPHIC] | Simplifying The Market

Some Highlights

  • Real estate has outranked stocks, savings accounts, and gold as the best long-term investment among Americans for the past 7 years.
  • The belief in the stability of housing as a long-term investment remains strong, despite the many challenges our economy faces today.
  • Of the four listed, real estate is also the only investment you can also live in. That’s a big win!

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