by Dan Matarazzo | Jan 17, 2023 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing...
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by Dan Matarazzo | Jan 13, 2023 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights Buying a home is a major transaction that can seem even more complex when you don’t understand the terms used throughout the process. If you’re looking to become a homeowner this year, it’s important to know these housing terms and how they relate to...
by Dan Matarazzo | Dec 2, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers
If you’re living on your own and looking to buy a home, know that you can make your dream a reality with thoughtful planning and the right team of experts. Research from Freddie Mac shows 28% of all households (36.1 million) are sole-person, and that number is...
by Dan Matarazzo | Dec 1, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game. The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and...
by Dan Matarazzo | Nov 11, 2021 | Buying Myths, Down Payments, For Buyers, Time-sensitive
The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed so much by serving our nation. As the Veterans Administration says of the program: “The objective of the VA Home Loan Guaranty program is to help...
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by Dan Matarazzo | Oct 29, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you...
