October 25, 2023
Are you wondering if it makes sense to buy a home right now? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two compelling reasons why it still may be a good time to become a homeowner. Home Values Appreciate over Time There’s been a lot of confusion around what’s happened with home prices over the past two […]
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June 19, 2023
If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If you’re intimidated by how much you need to save for that, it may […]
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May 18, 2023
The spring housing market has been surprisingly active this year. Even with affordability challenges and a limited number of homes for sale, buyer demand is strong, and getting stronger. One way we know there are interested buyers right now is because showing traffic is up. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, makes […]
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May 3, 2023
If you’re a homeowner thinking about making a move, you may wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s the good news. Even with higher mortgage rates, buyer traffic is actually picking up speed. Data from the latest ShowingTime Showing Index, which is a measure of buyers actively touring homes, helps paint the picture of how much […]
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December 22, 2022
There’s no denying the long-term financial benefits of owning a home, but today’s housing market may have you wondering if now’s still the time to buy. While the financial aspects of buying a home are important, the non-financial and emotional reasons are too. Home means something different to all of us. Whether it’s sharing memories with loved ones at the […]
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April 4, 2022
The link between financial security and homeownership is especially important as inflation rises. But many people may not realize just how much owning a home contributes to your overall net worth. As Leslie Rouda Smith, President of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says, “Homeownership is rewarding in so many ways and can serve as […]
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February 23, 2022
If you’re looking to buy a home, you may be wondering how your student loan debt could impact those plans. Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off your student loans before you can buy your first home? Or could you qualify for a home loan with that debt? To give you the answers […]
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June 9, 2021
Buying a home is likely the largest financial decision you will make. With so many things to consider we know there are many questions, so we’ve answered a few of the most frequently asked first-time homebuyer questions here. Why should I buy a house? A home is an investment. Every month you pay your mortgage […]
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April 8, 2021
Becoming a homebuyer for the first time is the American dream. Reaching that goal requires determination and good planning, to develop good credit and save money for your down payment and closing costs. Fortunately, there are many loan programs designed to help first-time homebuyers. Some of these programs are specific to North Carolina, while others […]
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April 5, 2021
Frontline workers in South Carolina who are buying their first home may qualify for up to $12,000 in forgivable down payment assistance though the 2021 Palmetto Heroes Loan Program from SC Housing. As heartfelt thanks for these frontline workers’ long hours and dedicated service during the pandemic, SC Housing has set aside $50 million to […]
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