Buying Beats Renting in 22 Major U.S. Cities

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2024. Posted in Affordability, Emerald Coast Mortgage, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Mortgage Rates.

That’s right—according to a recent study from Zillow, in 22 of the 50 largest metro areas, monthly mortgage payments are now lower than rent payments (see chart below):As mortgage rates have eased off their recent peak, home prices have moderated, and inventory has ticked up, affordability has improved significantly. When you add all of that up, it’s getting less expensive to buy a home than to rent one in many parts of the country.This is a big deal if you’ve been renting for a while now. But if you don’t see your city on this list, don’t sweat it. Things are moving fast, and your area might...

Equity Can Make Your Move Possible When Affordability Is Tight [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on May 1, 2024. Posted in Affordability, Emerald Coast Mortgage, Equity, Infographics, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Move-Up.

Some HighlightsDid you know the equity you have in your current house can help make your move possible?Once you sell, you can use it for a larger down payment on your next home, so you’re borrowing less. Or, you may even have enough to be an all-cash buyer. The typical homeowner has $298,000 in equity. If you want to find out how much you have, connect with a local real estate agent for a Professional Equity Assessment Report.