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How to Prevent Home Buyer’s Remorse

Posted on September 10, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

When you’re house hunting, the pressure of competition can move you from “Hmm, I like that, but it’s too pricey,” to “I have to have that!” You think, so what if paying for this house will put me way over … Continue reading →

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Why is my Grass Turning Brown?

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Debbie Prosser

Grass turns brown when roots can no longer grab nutrients or water from soil, or when soil doesn’t contain enough food or water. Here are the typical culprits, and tips on how you can green up your grass again. Drought/Heat … Continue reading →

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Lower Mortgage Rates May Sprout Early Spring Buying Season

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Debbie Prosser

Mortgage rates inched lower for the third consecutive week. Freddie Mac Chief Economist Sam Khater says the lower rates bode well for the spring home buying season, typically the busiest time of the year for home shopping. “Mortgage rates … … Continue reading →

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Existing-Home Sales Increase for Second Consecutive Month

Posted on December 26, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

WASHINGTON (December 19, 2018) – Existing-home sales increased in November, according to the National Association of Realtors®, marking two consecutive months of increases. Three of four major U.S. regions saw gains in sales activity last month. Total existing-home sales1, https://www.nar.realtor/existing-home-sales, … Continue reading →

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7 Myths All New Homeowners Fall For

Posted on September 11, 2018 by Debbie Prosser

You’ve signed the closing papers and have your new house keys in hand. As you open the door to your exciting — and sometimes overwhelming — new life as a homeowner, steer clear of these seven common home ownership myths. Avoiding … Continue reading →

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The Big Challenges Home Buyers Face in 2017

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, January 20, 2017 What are the top challenges your home buyers face this year? A recent survey from realtor.com® reveals the following: 1. Low inventories: There aren’t enough homes for sale and inventory woes … Continue reading →

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Why Veterans Make Some of the Best Clients

Posted on November 11, 2016 by Debbie Prosser

Daily Real Estate News | Friday, November 11, 2016 There are 18.8 million veterans and veteran families in the U.S. That’s a huge pool of potential buyers and sellers. Traditionally, the home ownership rate for veterans of the U.S. military … Continue reading →

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4 Common Home Buyer Oversights

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Tuesday, August 02, 2016 Buyers on the hunt for the perfect home often overlook common issues that could cost them thousands of dollars and give them buyer’s remorse later on. As their real estate professional, … Continue reading →

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Fannie Mae Tweaks 3% Loan Program

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Erin Johnston

Daily Real Estate News | Thursday, July 28, 2016 Fannie Mae announced that it has changed income maximums and some eligibility criteria for its HomeReady mortgage program that it believes will allow more borrowers to qualify for a mortgage with … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: home ownership

How to Prevent Home Buyer’s Remorse

Why is my Grass Turning Brown?

Lower Mortgage Rates May Sprout Early Spring Buying Season

Existing-Home Sales Increase for Second Consecutive Month

7 Myths All New Homeowners Fall For

The Big Challenges Home Buyers Face in 2017

Why Veterans Make Some of the Best Clients

4 Common Home Buyer Oversights

Fannie Mae Tweaks 3% Loan Program

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