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Is It Finally a Good Time to Buy Your Retirement Dream Home?
If Airbnb owners decide to sell because of a drop-off in revenue, home buyers could find some good deals, though borrowing costs could still be prohibitive.
By Erin Wood, CFP®, CRPC®, FBSⓇ Published
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Seven Common Misconceptions People Have About Buying a Home
Holding on to these beliefs could be holding you back from realizing your dreams.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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High Mortgage Rates Hurt New Home Sales In August
The sale of new homes declined in August as high mortgage rates have continued to hinder demand.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Mortgage Closing Costs and Fees Leapt 22% in 2022, Study Shows
The mortgage market was profoundly affected by high interest rates last year, a trend that is likely to continue given this year's rate increases, CFPB director says.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Monthly Housing Payments Hit All-Time High, Study Shows
Monthly housing payments hit an all-time high in September, a report from Redfin shows, reflecting the multi-decade high for mortgage rates and continued rise in home prices.
By Seychelle Thomas Published
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Homebuilder Sentiment Hits Five-Month Low
Homebuilder confidence falters in face of persistently high mortgage rates and construction worker shortages, survey finds.
By Joey Solitro Published
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August Housing Starts Hit Lowest Level Since June 2020
Housing starts dropped and building permits rose as the market’s woes continued in August.
By Joey Solitro Published
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Your Best Time to Buy a Home in 2023 Is Fast Approaching
New data from Realtor.com reveals the best window to buy a home for the remainder of the year.
By Ben Demers Published
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Five Practical Ways You Can Buy a Home With Cash
Buying a home with cash makes your offer a lot more attractive to a seller, and even if you don’t have the money in your checking account, you might be able to tap other sources.
By Sara Stanich, CFP®, CDFA®, CEPA Published