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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

The Top 2 Reasons To Look at Newly Built Homes

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | December 12, 2024 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Inventory | 0 Comments

When planning a move, a newly built home might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But with more brand-new homes on the market and builders focusing on smaller, more affordable options, this type of home may just be the key to crossing the homebuying finish...

Why This Winter Is the Sweet Spot for Selling

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | December 6, 2024 | For Sellers, Infographics, Inventory | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsThinking about selling your house? Here are a few reasons why you may want to do it this season.Buyers looking right now are serious about moving and the number of homes for sale is typically lower this time of year – helping your house stand out.While...

Investors Are Not Buying Up All the Homes

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 29, 2024 | Economy, For Buyers, Infographics | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsThere’s a misconception Wall Street is buying all the homes on the market. But data proves that isn’t true.Experts agree the share of homes bought by investors is declining – and most are smaller investors, like your neighbor who owns a second home,...

How Co-Buying a Home Helps with Affordability Today

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 26, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Buying a home in today’s market can feel like an uphill battle – especially with home prices and mortgage rates putting pressure on your budget. If you’re feeling stuck, co-buying could be one way to help you get your foot in the door. Freddie Mac says:“If you are an...

How To Get Your House Ready To Sell in 2025

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 22, 2024 | For Sellers, Infographics, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsIf you’re planning to list your house in 2025, it’s already time to start working on any repairs. But where do you start?Your local agent will be able to help you prioritize projects that will help you get the best return on your investment and appeal...

Don’t Miss Out on the Growing Number of Down Payment Assistance Programs

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 21, 2024 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

With rising home prices and volatile mortgage rates, it’s important you know about every resource that could help make buying a home possible. And one thing you’ll want to be aware of is just how much the number of down payment assistance (DPA) programs has grown...

Is Wall Street Really Buying All the Homes?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 19, 2024 | Economy, For Buyers | 0 Comments

Let’s be real – buying a home right now is tough. You’re scrolling through listings, rushing to open houses, and maybe even losing out to more competitive offers. Somewhere along the way, you might’ve heard the reason it’s so hard to find a home is because big Wall...

The Big Difference Between Renter and Homeowner Net Worth

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 15, 2024 | Equity, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsIf you’re torn between renting or buying, don’t forget to factor in the wealth-building power of homeownership.Unlike renters, homeowners gain equity as they pay their mortgage and as home values rise. That’s why, on average, a homeowner’s net worth is...

More Homes, Slower Price Growth – What It Means for You as a Buyer

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 13, 2024 | For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory | 0 Comments

There are more homes on the market right now than there have been in years – and that could be a game changer for you if you’re ready to buy. Let’s look at two reasons why.You Have More Options To Choose FromAn article from Realtor.com helps explain just how much the...

The Majority of Veterans Are Unaware of a Key VA Loan Benefit

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | November 11, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

For over 79 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans achieve the dream of homeownership. But according to Veterans United, only 3 in 10 Veterans realize they may be able to buy a home without needing a down payment (see visual...