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Wondering if you should continue renting or if you should buy a home this year? If so, consider this. Rental affordability is still a challenge and has been for years. That’s because, historically, rents trend up over time. Data from the Census shows rents have been climbing pretty steadily since 1988. And, data from the latest rental report from Realtor.com shows rents continue to grow […]

Take a moment to imagine where you want to be in a few years. You might be thinking about your job, money, wanting more stability, or goals you want to reach soon. Is homeownership a part of that vision? If it is, you should know owning a home has a whole lot of financial benefits. One of […]

Retiring Soon? Why Moving Might Be the Perfect Next Step If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, it’s a good time to consider if your current house is still a good fit for the next chapter in your life. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you […]

Your Equity Can Help You Reach Your Retirement Goal Whether you’ve just retired or you’re thinking about retirement, you may be considering your options and trying to picture a whole new stage of your life. And you’re not alone. Research from the Retirement Industry Trust Association (RITA) shows 10,000 Baby Boomers reach the typical retirement age (65) every day, and […]

Potential homebuyers come from all backgrounds and with a variety of knowledge, misconceptions and misinformation. Many are afraid to begin the process because of some false information they’ve heard, such as needing a 20% down payment. Or they may procrastinate because of fear – fear of buying a “bad” house, going into debt or fear of […]

Make your home look occupied – this will deter thieves and vandals Have the post office hold your mail or have a neighbor collect it daily Tell your neighbors when you are traveling so they can keep an eye on your home. Give them your contact information as well. Arrange for snow removal in advance, […]