Renters Missed Out on $51,500 This Past Year

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on November 1, 2021. Posted in Emerald Coast Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy.

Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic: “Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a staggering 16.4 percent. To put that in context, rent growth from January to September averaged just 3.4 percent in the pre-pandemic years from 2017-2019.” Looking back, we can see rents rising isn’t new. The median rental price has increased consistently over the past 33 years (see graph below):If you’re thinking of renting...

The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on November 1, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, Emerald Coast Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Move-Up Buyers.

Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search. Any major life change can be scary, and buying a home is no different. Let’s connect so you have an advisor by your side to take the fear out of the equation. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in Emerald Coast Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy one), it’s clear that being a homeowner has considerable benefits both emotionally and financially. In addition to long-term stability, buying a home is one of the best ways to increase your net worth. This boost to your wealth comes in the form of equity. Equity is the difference between what you owe on the home and its market value based on factors like price appreciation. The best thing about equity is that it often grows without you even realizing it, especially in a sellers’...

Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on October 1, 2021. Posted in Emerald Coast Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Rent vs. Buy.

Some Highlights When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors. Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting. If you’re ready to take advantage of the perks of homeownership, let’s connect to explore your options. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Emerald Coast Mortgage Syndicated User on September 11, 2021. Posted in Buying Myths, Emerald Coast Mortgage, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Mortgage Emerald Coast, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing.

Some Highlights When it comes to the current housing market, there are multiple misconceptions – from what the current supply of available homes looks like to how much houses are selling for. It takes professionals who study expert opinions and data to truly understand the real estate market and separate fact from fiction. Trust the pros. If you want to understand why it’s still a good time to buy, let’s connect today. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

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Renters Missed Out on $51,500 This Past Year

The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth

Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

Fact or Fiction: Homebuyer Edition [INFOGRAPHIC]

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