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Home Buyer Reports

Below are some timeless Home Buyer Reports that will help you to prepare for your purchase. Don’t forget to check out our Home Buyer Seminar as well as another great resource.

Buyer’s Guide to How Sellers Price Their Home

How to Buy a House with Little or No Money Down

Making the Move Easy On the Kids

Protect Your Home from Burglars

Stop Spending Money On Rent

The 10 Dumbest Mistakes Smart People Make When Buying or Selling a Home – and How to Avoid Them

Is the Housing Market Starting To Balance Out?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 13, 2025 | For Buyers, Inventory | 0 Comments

For years, sellers have had the upper hand in the housing market. With so few homes for sale and so many people who wanted to purchase them, buyers faced tough competition just to get an offer accepted. But now, inventory is rising, and things are starting to shift in...

Buying Your First Home? It’s Okay To Feel Nervous

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 12, 2025 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming. It’s a big step, and with that comes plenty of questions. Am I making the right decision? Can I really afford this right now? Will I be able to make ends meet if I have unexpected...

Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Point So Far This Year

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 11, 2025 | For Buyers, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market. That’s because mortgage rates have been trending down lately – and that gives you a chance to jump back in.Mortgage rates have been declining...

Should I Buy a Home Right Now? Experts Say Prices Are Only Going Up

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 10, 2025 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices | 0 Comments

At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.”That’s because nationally, home values continue to rise. And with mortgage rates still stubbornly high and home prices going up,...

Do You Know What Your House Is Really Worth?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 7, 2025 | Equity, For Sellers, Home Prices, Infographics | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsOver the past 5 years, home prices have risen dramatically. If you own a home, that means your house may be worth a lot more than you think. Nationally, prices are up nearly 60% since 2019. And, if selling has been on your mind, you can use that...

Headed Back Into the Office? You May Decide To Move

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 6, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

It’s no secret that remote work has surged over the last few years. And that flexibility gave a lot of people the freedom to move — and work — from wherever they wanted.But now, a growing number of companies are requiring employees to return to the office. And that’s...

Is a Newly Built Home Right for You? The Pros and Cons

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | March 3, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, New Construction | 0 Comments

When searching for a home, you don’t want to skip over new builds as an option. Right now, there are more newly built homes to choose from than there would normally be in the market. And those added choices come with some pretty incredible benefits. Talking to your...

Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home Today?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | February 28, 2025 | For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsA study shows that 70% of prospective buyers fear the long-term consequences of renting. And here’s why.Rent usually rises over time and that can make it harder to save up to buy a home. But when you buy, you can stabilize your housing expenses and...

Is an Accessory Dwelling Unit Right for You? Here’s What To Know

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | February 26, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Are you having a hard time finding the right home in your budget? Or maybe you already own a home but could use some extra income or a designated space for aging loved ones. Either way, accessory dwelling units (ADUs) could be the smart solution you’ve been looking...

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | February 21, 2025 | For Sellers, Infographics, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsWith more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates. But how do you decide what’s worth doing? You lean on an agent.An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact,...