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First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers

Don’t Let Your Luck Run Out! Buy A Home This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Interest Rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage have dropped to 4.41% from near 5% in 2018.
Take advantage of more inventory coming to market in the spring to find your dream home!
Buying now will allow you to start earning equity today!

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March 15, 2019/0 Comments/by KCM Crew

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

Preparing to Spring Forward [INFOGRAPHIC]

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In the majority of the country, this weekend marks the start of Daylight Savings Time as we set our clocks forward an hour on Sunday at 2:00 AM EST.
Whether you plan on buying or selling this spring, these tips could help you ‘spring ahead’ of your competition!
Spring brings two things: more buyers & more sellers! Get prepared now to stand out in the crowd!

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March 8, 2019/0 Comments/by KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Home Prices Up 5.73% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.
In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state.
Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state, waiting to move may end up costing you more!

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March 1, 2019/0 Comments/by KCM Crew

Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics

3 Tips for Making Your Dream of Buying A Home Come True [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Setting up an automatic savings plan that saves a small amount of every check is one of the best ways to save without thinking too much about it.
Living within a budget right now will help you save money for down payments while also paying down other debts that might be holding you back.
What are you willing to cut back on to make your dreams of homeownership a reality?

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February 22, 2019/0 Comments/by KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Where Did Americans Move in 2018? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Every year United Van Lines conducts their National Movers Study by tracking their customer’s movement state-to-state over the course of the year.
Vermont claimed the top spot of states with the highest percentage of inbound residents following a campaign that covered relocation costs for skilled workers who moved to the state.
The most common response for why someone relocated to another state was for a new job or company transfer.

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February 15, 2019/1 Comment/by KCM Crew

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

5 Reasons to Love Hiring A Real Estate Pro [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Hiring a real estate professional to guide you through the process of buying a home or selling your house can be one of the best decisions you make!
They are there for you to help with contracts, explaining the process, negotiations, and pricing (both when making an offer or setting the right price for your home).
One of the top reasons to hire a real estate professional is their understanding of your local market and how the conditions in your neighborhood will impact your experience.

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The KCM Crew

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February 8, 2019/1 Comment/by The KCM Crew

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

5 Reasons Homeowners Throw the Best Super Bowl Parties! [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Watching the big game at home with your friends & family offers many advantages.
There’s more room to entertain a large crowd, and you don’t have to worry about complaints to your landlord if you cheer too loudly!
The kitchen is big enough to make as many appetizers as you want, and if some of your guests are only there to watch the commercials, they can do so on a different TV in another room!

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The KCM Crew

We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

February 1, 2019/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, FSBOs, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Think You Should For Sale By Owner? Think Again! [INFOGRAPHIC]

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For Sale By Owner (FSBO) is the process of selling real estate without the representation of a real estate broker or real estate agent.
According to the National Association of Realtors’ Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, 36% of homeowners who decided to FSBO last year did so to avoid paying a commission or fee. But, homes sold with an agent net 6% more than those sold as a FSBO according to Collateral Analytics!
Before you decide to take on the challenges of selling your house on your own, sit with a real estate professional in your marketplace and see what they have to offer.

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The KCM Crew

We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

January 25, 2019/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Millennials, Pricing

What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

The cost of waiting to buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time.
Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 5.1% by the end of 2019.
CoreLogic predicts home prices to appreciate by 4.8% over the next 12 months.
If you are ready and willing to buy your dream home, find out if you are able to!

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January 18, 2019/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]

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With interest rates still around 4.5%, now is a great time to look back at where rates have been over the last 40 years.
Rates are projected to climb to 5.0% by this time next year according to Freddie Mac.
The impact your interest rate makes on your monthly mortgage cost is significant!
Lock in a low rate now while you can!

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The KCM Crew

We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

January 11, 2019/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Top Renovations to Complete Before You Sell Your House [INFOGRAPHIC]

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If you are planning on listing your house for sale this year, here are the top four home improvement projects that will net you the most Return on Investment (ROI).
Minor bathroom renovations can go a long way toward improving the quality of your everyday life and/or impressing potential buyers.
Upgrading your landscaping or curb appeal helps get buyers in the door. These upgrades rank as the 2^nd and 4^th best renovations for returns on investment.

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January 4, 2019/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2019? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Interest rates are projected to increase steadily throughout 2019, but buyers will still be able to lock in a rate lower than their parents or grandparents did when they bought their homes!
Home prices will rise at a rate of 4.8% over the course of 2019 according to CoreLogic.
All four major reporting agencies believe that home sales will outpace 2018!

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We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

December 28, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics

Buyers Are Looking for Your Home, Now [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Existing home sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.32 million and have increased on a monthly basis for the last two months.
The inventory of existing homes for sale remains below the 6-months needed for a normal market and is now at a 3.9-month supply.
Inventory remains low due to high demand from buyers who are still looking for houses to buy!

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The KCM Crew

We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

December 21, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

4 Reasons to Sell Your House This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Buyer demand continues to outpace the supply of homes for sale which means that buyers are often competing with one another for the few listings that are available!
Housing inventory is still under the 6-month supply needed to sustain a normal housing market.
Perhaps the time has come for you and your family to move on and start living the life you desire.

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The KCM Crew

We at The KCM Crew believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

December 14, 2018/1 Comment/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

The Tale of Two Markets [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

An emerging trend for some time now has been the difference between available inventory and demand in the premium and luxury markets and that in the starter and trade-up markets and what those differences are doing to prices!
Inventory continues to rise in the luxury and premium home markets which is causing prices to cool.
Demand continues to rise with lower-than-normal inventory levels in the starter and trade-up home markets, causing prices to rise on a year-over-year basis for 80 consecutive months.

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December 7, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Home Prices Up 6.34% Across the Country! [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) recently released their latest Quarterly Home Price Index report.
In the report, home prices are compared both regionally and by state.
Based on the latest numbers, if you plan on relocating to another state, waiting to move may end up costing you more!

Read more →

The KCM Crew

We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

November 30, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics

Existing Home Sales Slowed by a Lack of Listings [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Existing home sales are currently at an annual pace of 5.22 million, which is up 1.4% over last month. This reverses the six-month trend of dips in sales every month.
The inventory of existing homes is still below the 6-month supply needed for a normal market and is now at a 4.3-month supply.
NAR’s Chief Economist, Lawrence Yun, had this to say: “After six consecutive months of decline, buyers are finally stepping back into the housing market. As more inventory enters the market and we head into the winter season, home price growth has begun to slow more meaningfully. This allows for much more manageable, less frenzied buying conditions.”

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November 23, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

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November 16, 2018/1 Comment/by The KCM Crew

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

VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC]

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The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million veterans & 2 million active duty service members which helps them achieve their dreams of homeownership.
In 2017, $189 billion was loaned to veterans and their families through the program.
VA Purchase Loans are on the rise in 46 out of 50 states and Washington, DC.

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We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

November 9, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics

The Difference an Hour Will Make This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]

Every Hour in the US Housing Market:

596 Homes Sell
278 Homes Regain Positive Equity
Median Home Values Go Up $1.20

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We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

November 2, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics

Buying a Home Can Be Scary… Until You Know the Facts [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

Many potential homebuyers believe that they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to buy a home which stops many of them from even trying! Here are some facts:

72% of buyers who purchased homes this year have put down less than 20%.
4% of loan applications were approved last month.
The average credit score of approved loans was 727 in September.

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The KCM Crew

We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

October 26, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, Infographics

20 Tips for Preparing Your House for Sale This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights:

When listing your house for sale, your top goal will be to get the home sold for the best price possible!
There are many small projects that you can do to ensure this happens!
Your real estate agent will have a list of specific suggestions for getting your house ready for market and is a great resource for finding local contractors who can help!

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The KCM Crew

We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

October 19, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

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

Buying a Home? Do You Know the Lingo? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Buying a home can be intimidating if you are not familiar with the terms used during the process.
To start you on your path with confidence, we have compiled a list of some of the most common terms used when buying a home.
The best way to ensure that your home-buying process is a confident one is to find a real estate professional who not only puts your family’s needs first, but will guide you through every aspect of the transaction with ‘the heart of a teacher.’

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The KCM Crew

We believe every family should feel confident when buying & selling a home. KCM helps real estate professionals reach these families & enables the agent to simply & effectively explain a complex housing market. Take a 14-Day Free Trial of our monthly membership to see how we can help you!

October 12, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Rent vs. Buy

Buying a Home is Cheaper than Renting in 38 States! [INFOGRAPHIC]

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According to a study by GOBankingRates, it is cheaper to buy a home than rent in 38 states across the country.
In six states the difference between buying & renting would account for less than a $50 monthly difference, leaving the choice up to the individual family.
Nationwide, it is now 26.3% cheaper to buy.

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The KCM Crew

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October 5, 2018/0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Millennials, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Should I Buy Now? Or Wait Until Next Year? [INFOGRAPHIC]

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The KCM Crew

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September 28, 2018/2 Comments/by The KCM Crew

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