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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

Unlocking the Benefits of Your Home’s Equity

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 26, 2024 | Equity, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsEquity is the difference between what your house is worth and what you still owe on your mortgage.The typical homeowner gained $28,000 over the past year and has a grand total of $305,000 in equity. And there are a lot of great ways you can use that...

How the Economy Impacts Mortgage Rates

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 25, 2024 | Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

As someone who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates – and wondering what's ahead.One thing that can affect mortgage rates is the Federal Funds Rate, which influences how much it costs banks to borrow money...

A Newly Built Home May Actually Be More Budget-Friendly

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 24, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices | 0 Comments

If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses that have already been lived in), but that’s not always the case. In fact, exploring newly built homes...

How Affordability and Remote Work Are Changing Where People Live

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 22, 2024 | Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

There’s an interesting trend happening in the housing market. People are increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is helping them do it.Consider Moving to a More Affordable AreaToday’s high mortgage rates combined with continually rising...

The Biggest Mistakes Homebuyers Are Making Right Now

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 19, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Infographics | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsWant to know the biggest mistakes homebuyers are making today?They include everything from putting off pre-approval for too long, holding out for the perfect home, buying more than they can afford, and skipping out on hiring a pro. Connect with a real...

Unlocking Homebuyer Opportunities in 2024

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 18, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices, Inventory | 0 Comments

There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt like too much to tackle. You’re not alone in...

How To Determine if You’re Ready To Buy a Home

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 16, 2024 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, For Buyers | 0 Comments

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things...

How Do Presidential Elections Impact the Housing Market?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 12, 2024 | Economy, Home Prices, Infographics, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsAre you wondering if the upcoming election will have an impact on the housing market? Here’s what history tells us you need to know if you’re considering a move.Data shows home sales slow in November but quickly bounce back and rise the following year....

The Price of Perfection: Don’t Wait for the Perfect Home

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 10, 2024 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers | 0 Comments

In life, patience is a virtue – but in the world of homebuying, waiting too long in hopes of finding the perfect home actually isn't wise. That’s because the pursuit of perfection comes at a cost. And in this case, that cost may be delaying your dream of...

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | July 5, 2024 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Infographics, Mortgage Rates | 0 Comments

Some HighlightsThere are a few key things you’ll want to avoid after applying for a mortgage to make sure you’re in the best position when you get to the closing table.Don’t change bank accounts, apply for new credit, make any large purchases or transfers, and don’t...