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The Importance of Home Equity in Retirement Planning

We often discuss the difference in family wealth between homeowner households and renter households. Much of that difference is the result of the equity buildup that homeowners experience over the…

Written by Katrina Meistering

June 25, 2017

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Buying Is Now 33.1% Cheaper Than Renting in the US

The results of the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia show that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro…

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June 19, 2017

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Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment!

According to a recent report by Trulia, “buying is cheaper than renting in 100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 33.1%.” The report may have some people thinking about buying a…

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June 17, 2017

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69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

According to a recent survey conducted by Genworth Financial Inc. at the Annual Mortgage Bankers’ Association Secondary Market Conference, mortgage professionals say that first-time buyers still believe a 20% down…

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June 13, 2017

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5 Reasons You Should Sell This Summer

Here are five reasons listing your home for sale this summer makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows…

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June 7, 2017

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Why Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference

If you’ve entered the real estate market, as a buyer or a seller, you’ve inevitably heard the real estate mantra, “location, location, location” in reference to how identical homes can…

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June 3, 2017

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#1 Reason to List Your House for Sale, NOW!

If you are debating listing your house for sale this year, here is the #1 reason not to wait! Buyer Demand Continues to Outpace the Supply of Homes for Sale …

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May 30, 2017

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More Americans Chose to Own a Home Than Rent in Q1

According to the latest report from the US Census Bureau, more Americans chose purchasing a home over signing a lease to rent in the first quarter of 2017. This marks…

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May 27, 2017

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5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional When Buying or Selling!

Whether you are buying or selling a home it can be quite an adventurous journey, which is why you need an experienced real estate professional to guide you on the…

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May 24, 2017

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Get the Most Money When Selling Your House

2 Tips to Ensure You Get the Most Money When Selling Your House Monday December 19th, 2016 For Sellers, Pricing Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best…

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January 24, 2017

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Author Archives: Katrina Meistering

The Importance of Home Equity in Retirement Planning

Buying Is Now 33.1% Cheaper Than Renting in the US

Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment!

69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

5 Reasons You Should Sell This Summer

Why Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference

#1 Reason to List Your House for Sale, NOW!

More Americans Chose to Own a Home Than Rent in Q1

5 Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional When Buying or Selling!

Get the Most Money When Selling Your House

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