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If your house no longer fits your needs and you are planning on buying a luxury home, now is a great time to do so! We recently shared data from Trulia’s Market Mismatch Study which showed that in today’s premium home market, buyers are in control.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Looking to Move-Up to a Luxury Home? Now’s the Time!

If your house no longer fits your needs and you are planning on buying a luxury home, now is a great time to do so! We recently shared data from Trulia’s Market Mismatch Study which showed that in today’s premium home market, buyers are in control.

March 29, 2017/by KCM CREW

Self-made millionaire David Bach was quoted in a CNBC article explaining that

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Millionaire to Millennials: Buy Now!

Self-made millionaire David Bach was quoted in a CNBC article explaining that "the single biggest mistake millennials are making" is not purchasing a home because buying real estate is "an escalator to wealth.”

March 28, 2017/by KCM CREW

There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage - either yours or your landlord’s.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Renting or Buying… Either Way You’re Paying a Mortgage

There are some people who have not purchased homes because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage - either yours or your landlord’s.

March 27, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics

How Low Supply & High Demand Impacts the Real Estate Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:The concept of Supply & Demand is a simple one. The best time to sell something is when the supply of that item is low & the demand for that item is high!
Anything under a 6-month supply is a Seller’s Market!
There has not been a 6-months inventory supply since August 2012!
Buyer Demand continues to outpace Seller Supply!

March 24, 2017/by KCM CREW

CoreLogic recently released a report entitled, United States Residential Foreclosure Crisis: 10 Years Later, in which they examined the years leading up to the crisis all the way through to present day.

For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures

The Foreclosure Crisis: 10 Years Later

CoreLogic recently released a report entitled, United States Residential Foreclosure Crisis: 10 Years Later, in which they examined the years leading up to the crisis all the way through to present day.

March 23, 2017/by KCM CREW

Mortgage interest rates have risen over the last few months and projections are that they will continue their upswing throughout 2017. What impact will this have on the housing market? Here is what the experts are saying:

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

What Are the Experts Saying about Mortgage Rates?

Mortgage interest rates have risen over the last few months and projections are that they will continue their upswing throughout 2017. What impact will this have on the housing market? Here is what the experts are saying:

March 22, 2017/by KCM CREW

Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

4 Great Reasons to Buy This Spring!

Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today instead of waiting.

March 20, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, Infographics, Home Prices, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Don’t Let Your Luck Run Out [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

The “Cost of Waiting to Buy” is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices and interest rates were to increase over a period of time.
Freddie Mac predicts that interest rates will increase to 4.8% by this time next year, while home prices are predicted to appreciate by 4.8% according to CoreLogic.
Waiting until next year to buy could cost you thousands of dollars a year for the life of your mortgage!

March 17, 2017/by KCM CREW

Home values have risen dramatically over the last twelve months. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors puts the annual increase in the median existing-home price at 7.1%. CoreLogic, in their most recent Home Price Insights Report, reveals that national home prices have increased by 6.9% year-over-year.

For Buyers, For Sellers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Which Homes Have Appreciated the Most?

Home values have risen dramatically over the last twelve months. The latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors puts the annual increase in the median existing-home price at 7.1%. CoreLogic, in their most recent Home Price Insights Report, reveals that national home prices have increased by 6.9% year-over-year.

March 16, 2017/by KCM CREW

The inventory of existing homes for sale in today’s market was recently reported to be at a 3.6-month supply according to the National Association of Realtors latest Existing Home Sales Report. Inventory is now 7.1% lower than this time last year, marking the 20th consecutive month of year-over-year drops.

For Buyers, For Sellers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

A Tale of Two Markets: Inventory Mismatch Paints a More Detailed Picture

The inventory of existing homes for sale in today’s market was recently reported to be at a 3.6-month supply according to the National Association of Realtors latest Existing Home Sales Report. Inventory is now 7.1% lower than this time last year, marking the 20th consecutive month of year-over-year drops.

March 15, 2017/by KCM CREW

Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased over the last several weeks. Freddie Mac, along with Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors, is calling for mortgage rates to continue to rise over the next four quarters.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Mortgage Interest Rates Went Up Again… Should I Wait to Buy?

Mortgage interest rates, as reported by Freddie Mac, have increased over the last several weeks. Freddie Mac, along with Fannie Mae, the Mortgage Bankers Association and the National Association of Realtors, is calling for mortgage rates to continue to rise over the next four quarters.

March 14, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, Infographics, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Spring Forward: The Difference An Hour Makes [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Don’t forget to set your clocks forward this Sunday, March 12th at 2:00 AM EST in observance of Daylight Savings Time.
Unless of course, you are a resident of Arizona or Hawaii!
Every hour in the United States: 649 homes are sold, 177 homes regain equity (meaning they are no longer underwater on their mortgage), and the median home price rises $1.86!

March 10, 2017/by KCM CREW

In many areas of the country, there are not enough homes for sale to satisfy the number of buyers looking to purchase their dream homes. Experts have long proposed that a ramp-up in new, single-family home construction would be one of the many ways to overcome this inventory shortage.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up, New Construction

Builder Confidence Hits 11-Year High

In many areas of the country, there are not enough homes for sale to satisfy the number of buyers looking to purchase their dream homes. Experts have long proposed that a ramp-up in new, single-family home construction would be one of the many ways to overcome this inventory shortage.

March 9, 2017/by KCM CREW

Over the next five years, home prices are expected to appreciate 3.22% per year on average and to grow by 17.3% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey.

For Buyers, Home Prices, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

The Connection Between Home Prices & Family Wealth

Over the next five years, home prices are expected to appreciate 3.22% per year on average and to grow by 17.3% cumulatively, according to Pulsenomics’ most recent Home Price Expectation Survey.

March 6, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics

Where Did Americans Move in 2016?

Some Highlights:

For the 5th year in a row, the Northeast saw a concentration of “High Outbound” activity.
For the first time ever, South Dakota held the top spot for “High Inbound” states.
Much of America’s outbound activity can be attributed to Boomers relocating to warmer climates after retiring.

March 3, 2017/by KCM CREW

There is no doubt that historically low mortgage interest rates were a major impetus to housing recovery over the last several years. However, many industry experts are showing concern about the possible effect that the rising rates will have moving forward.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Mortgage Rates Impact on 2017 Home Values

There is no doubt that historically low mortgage interest rates were a major impetus to housing recovery over the last several years. However, many industry experts are showing concern about the possible effect that the rising rates will have moving forward.

March 2, 2017/by KCM CREW

According to a recent survey conducted by ClosingCorp, over half of all homebuyers are surprised by the closing costs required to obtain their mortgage.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Over Half of All Buyers Are Surprised by Closing Costs

According to a recent survey conducted by ClosingCorp, over half of all homebuyers are surprised by the closing costs required to obtain their mortgage.

March 1, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

How Long Do Most Families Stay in Their Home?

February 28, 2017/by KCM CREW

Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey.

For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices

Where Are the Home Prices Heading in the Next 5 Years?

Today, many real estate conversations center on housing prices and where they may be headed. That is why we like the Home Price Expectation Survey.

February 27, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics

Existing Home Sales Reach Highest Mark Since 2007 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Highlights:

Sales of existing homes reached the highest pace in a decade at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 5.69 million.
January marked the 59th consecutive month of year-over-year price gains as the median home price rose 7.1% to $228,900.
NAR’s Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun had this to say, “Much of the country saw robust sales activity last month as strong hiring and improved consumer confidence at the end of last year appear to have sparked considerable interest in buying a home."

February 24, 2017/by KCM CREW

The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans:

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

The Impact of Homeownership on Family Health

The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans:

February 23, 2017/by KCM CREW

According to a survey conducted by Bankrate.com, one in four Americans are considering buying a home this year. If this statistic proves to be true, that means that 59 million people will be looking to enter the housing market in 2017.

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Are You 1 of the 59 Million Planning to Buy This Year?

According to a survey conducted by Bankrate.com, one in four Americans are considering buying a home this year. If this statistic proves to be true, that means that 59 million people will be looking to enter the housing market in 2017.

February 22, 2017/by KCM CREW

According to the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent (BH&J) Index, the U.S. housing market has continued to move deeper into buy territory, supporting the belief that housing markets across the country remain a sound investment.

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US Housing Market Is Moving into 'Buy Territory'!

According to the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent (BH&J) Index, the U.S. housing market has continued to move deeper into buy territory, supporting the belief that housing markets across the country remain a sound investment.

February 20, 2017/by KCM CREW

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Do You Know the Real Cost of Renting vs. Buying? [INFOGRAPHIC]

February 17, 2017/by KCM CREW

The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans:

For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

The Impact of Homeownership on Civic Involvement

The National Association of Realtors recently released a study titled 'Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing.’ The study confirmed a long-standing belief of most Americans:

February 16, 2017/by KCM CREW