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Some Highlights

 	With inflation driving up the cost of everyday items, seeking out an energy-efficient home can be a great way to decrease the expenses you can control.
 	Energy efficiency can help lower your utility bills and possibly even save you money on your taxes. Options to look for include efficient appliances, windows, and solar panels.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

How an Energy Efficient Home Can Be a Bright Idea [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • With inflation driving up the cost of everyday items, seeking out an energy-efficient home can be a great way to decrease the expenses you can control.
  • Energy efficiency can help lower your utility bills and possibly even save you money on your taxes. Options to look for include efficient appliances, windows, and solar panels.
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March 25, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re thinking about selling your house this spring, here are some things you’ll want to tackle before you list.
 	Spend your time on tasks that make it feel inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal.
For Sellers

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re thinking about selling your house this spring, here are some things you’ll want to tackle before you list.
  • Spend your time on tasks that make it feel inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal.
Read more →
March 18, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Knowing key housing terms and how they relate to today’s market is important. For example, when mortgage rates and home prices rise, it impacts how much home you can afford.
 	Terms like appraisal (what lenders rely on to validate a home’s value) and the inspection contingency (which gives buyers essential information on a home’s condition) directly impact the transaction.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Key Terms for Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Knowing key housing terms and how they relate to today’s market is important. For example, when mortgage rates and home prices rise, it impacts how much home you can afford.
  • Terms like appraisal (what lenders rely on to validate a home’s value) and the inspection contingency (which gives buyers essential information on a home’s condition) directly impact the transaction.
Read more →
March 11, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Today’s housing market is the direct result of low supply and high buyer demand. Here’s what that means for you and your plans to buy or sell.
 	For buyers, expect competition, be ready to move fast, and be prepared to submit your strongest offer. For sellers, know your house will be the center of attention and that it’ll likely sell quickly and get multiple offers.
For Buyers, For Sellers

Supply and Demand in Today’s Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Today’s housing market is the direct result of low supply and high buyer demand. Here’s what that means for you and your plans to buy or sell.
  • For buyers, expect competition, be ready to move fast, and be prepared to submit your strongest offer. For sellers, know your house will be the center of attention and that it’ll likely sell quickly and get multiple offers.
Read more →
March 4, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re deciding whether to rent or buy, consider the many financial benefits that come with owning a home.
 	As a renter, you build your landlord’s wealth and face rising costs. As a homeowner, you build your own net worth and can lock in your monthly payments for the length of your loan.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up, Rent vs. Buy

The Difference Between Renting and Owning [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re deciding whether to rent or buy, consider the many financial benefits that come with owning a home.
  • As a renter, you build your landlord’s wealth and face rising costs. As a homeowner, you build your own net worth and can lock in your monthly payments for the length of your loan.
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February 25, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	There’s an influx of buyers looking for homes today, and that means your house is in high demand. Here are a few reasons why so many people are looking to buy a home.
 	Buyers are motivated to beat rising mortgage rates, and many want to escape rising rents. There’s also additional demand from millennials who are reaching peak homebuying age.
For Sellers

What’s Driving Today’s High Buyer Demand? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • There’s an influx of buyers looking for homes today, and that means your house is in high demand. Here are a few reasons why so many people are looking to buy a home.
  • Buyers are motivated to beat rising mortgage rates, and many want to escape rising rents. There’s also additional demand from millennials who are reaching peak homebuying age.
Read more →
February 18, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big.
 	Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition by getting a pre-approval letter and leaning on your expert advisors to draft a winning offer.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

How To Win as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Even in today’s sellers’ market, there are still ways for buyers to win big.
  • Build a team of trusted professionals and make strategic plays as you budget and pick your desired neighborhoods. Then, be ready for the competition by getting a pre-approval letter and leaning on your expert advisors to draft a winning offer.
Read more →
February 11, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search.
 	Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a change in scenery, a move to an area with a lower cost of living, or finding a home with more home office space.
For Buyers

How Remote Work Impacts Your Home Search [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If your workplace is delaying its return to office plans or is allowing permanent work from home options, that may open up new possibilities for your home search.
  • Ongoing remote work could give you the chance for a change in scenery, a move to an area with a lower cost of living, or finding a home with more home office space.
Read more →
February 4, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some HighlightsBuying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision.Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the road.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Why Your Home Inspection Matters [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Buying a home and wondering if your inspection is necessary? While some buyers may decide to waive their inspection, it’s risky decision.
  • Your home inspection is a crucial step in the homebuying process. It assesses the condition of the home you plan to purchase, so you can avoid costly surprises down the road.
Read more →
January 28, 2022/by KCM CREW
[:en]Some Highlights

 	According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row.
 	Real estate tops the list because you’re not just buying a place to call home – you’re investing in your future. Real estate is typically considered a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time.
 	
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For Buyers

Americans Choose Real Estate as the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights

  • According to a Gallup poll, real estate has been rated the best long-term investment for eight years in a row.
  • Real estate tops the list because you’re not just buying a place to call home – you’re investing in your future. Real estate is typically considered a stable and secure asset that can grow in value over time.
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January 21, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re trying to decide when to list your house, the time is now. There are plenty of buyers eagerly waiting for your home to hit the market.
 	The latest data indicates home showings are rising. There are more buyers than homes for sale right now. That means you’ll likely receive multiple offers, and your home won’t be on the market long.
For Sellers

When Is the Right Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re trying to decide when to list your house, the time is now. There are plenty of buyers eagerly waiting for your home to hit the market.
  • The latest data indicates home showings are rising. There are more buyers than homes for sale right now. That means you’ll likely receive multiple offers, and your home won’t be on the market long.
Read more →
January 14, 2022/by KCM CREW
[:en]Some Highlights

 	If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals.
 	It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to begin your search, work with a real estate professional and get pre-approved so you know how much you can borrow.
 	
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For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

How To Hit Your Homebuying Goals This Year [INFOGRAPHIC]

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Some Highlights

  • If you’re looking to buy a home, you may want to put these items on your to-do list to ensure you hit your goals.
  • It’s important to start working on your credit and saving for a down payment early. When you’re ready to begin your search, work with a real estate professional and get pre-approved so you know how much you can borrow.
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January 7, 2022/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	What does the coming year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts project for 2022.
 	Mortgage rates are projected to rise and so are home prices. Experts are forecasting buyer demand will remain strong as people try to capitalize on rates and prices before they climb, creating another strong year for home sales.
For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, First-Time Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

2022 Housing Market Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • What does the coming year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts project for 2022.
  • Mortgage rates are projected to rise and so are home prices. Experts are forecasting buyer demand will remain strong as people try to capitalize on rates and prices before they climb, creating another strong year for home sales.
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December 17, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	It’s no secret that we love our furry friends - about 70% of U.S. households have pets. What may come as a surprise is how large a role they play in the homebuying process.
 	Americans spend $1,163 a year on their pets, and nearly half of pet owners say they would move for better accommodations and amenities for their pets.
For Buyers

A Happy Tail: Pets and the Homebuying Process [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • It’s no secret that we love our furry friends - about 70% of U.S. households have pets. What may come as a surprise is how large a role they play in the homebuying process.
  • Americans spend $1,163 a year on their pets, and nearly half of pet owners say they would move for better accommodations and amenities for their pets.
Read more →
December 10, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re planning to sell your house this winter, you’ll want it to look its best inside and out.
 	Take the time and focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal.
For Sellers

A Checklist for Selling Your House This Winter [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re planning to sell your house this winter, you’ll want it to look its best inside and out.
  • Take the time and focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal.
Read more →
December 3, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Whether you’re buying or selling, there are many perks that come from working with a real estate advisor.
 	Real estate professionals are experts at navigating all aspects of the buying and selling process, including negotiating on your behalf. We can also explain today’s market and break down what it means for you.
For Buyers, For Sellers

Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Professional [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Whether you’re buying or selling, there are many perks that come from working with a real estate advisor.
  • Real estate professionals are experts at navigating all aspects of the buying and selling process, including negotiating on your behalf. We can also explain today’s market and break down what it means for you.
Read more →
November 26, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	When it comes to buying a home, there are a number of key milestones along the way.
 	The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making an offer, and more.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Your Journey to Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • When it comes to buying a home, there are a number of key milestones along the way.
  • The process includes everything from building your team and understanding your finances to going house hunting, making an offer, and more.
Read more →
November 19, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide.
 	If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be worth it.
For Sellers

Should I Update My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to be your guide.
  • If the market is flooded with houses for sale, updates may be necessary for your house to stand out. In our current sellers’ market, the added expenses might not be worth it.
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November 12, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says.
 	Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast and receiving several offers. Listing now puts your house in the spotlight, meaning it could sell quickly – and for more than you’d expect.
For Sellers

Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says.
  • Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast and receiving several offers. Listing now puts your house in the spotlight, meaning it could sell quickly – and for more than you’d expect.
Read more →
November 5, 2021/by KCM CREW
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 with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

The Mortgage Process Doesn’t Have To Be Scary [INFOGRAPHIC]

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 with a lender so you can get pre-approved and begin your home search.
Read more →
October 29, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	If you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained $51,500 in equity since this time last year.
 	Whether it’s funding an education, fueling your next move, or starting a business, your home equity is a great tool you can use to power your dreams.
For Sellers, Move-Up

Your Home Equity Is Growing [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • If you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained $51,500 in equity since this time last year.
  • Whether it’s funding an education, fueling your next move, or starting a business, your home equity is a great tool you can use to power your dreams.
Read more →
October 22, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	The best advice carries across multiple areas of life. When it comes to homebuying, a few simple tips can help you stay on track.
 	Because of increased demand, you’ll need to be patient and embrace compromises during your search. Then, once you’ve fallen in love, commit by putting your best offer forward.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Move-Up

Homebuyer Tips for Finding the One [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • The best advice carries across multiple areas of life. When it comes to homebuying, a few simple tips can help you stay on track.
  • Because of increased demand, you’ll need to be patient and embrace compromises during your search. Then, once you’ve fallen in love, commit by putting your best offer forward.
Read more →
October 15, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Today’s strong sellers’ market is the direct result of high demand and low supply.
 	Low mortgage rates and generational trends have created an increased demand for homes. Meanwhile, the slower pace of new home construction and homeowners staying in their homes longer have both led to today’s low supply.
For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, New Construction

What’s Causing Today’s Competitive Real Estate Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Today’s strong sellers’ market is the direct result of high demand and low supply.
  • Low mortgage rates and generational trends have created an increased demand for homes. Meanwhile, the slower pace of new home construction and homeowners staying in their homes longer have both led to today’s low supply.
Read more →
October 8, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors.
 	Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting.
For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Rent vs. Buy

Reasons Renters Buy [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • When deciding whether you should rent or buy, make sure you’re considering these factors.
  • Buying a home means consistent monthly payments. Homeownership also helps to build your wealth. And owning a home gives you greater flexibility than renting.
Read more →
October 1, 2021/by KCM CREW
Some Highlights

 	Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen.
 	Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to sell.
For Sellers, Home Prices, Move-Up

It’s Still a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Some Highlights

  • Due to low supply and high demand, today is one of the strongest sellers’ markets we’ve seen.
  • Sellers can benefit from more offers to pick from, higher home values, and a faster sales process. That might be why 73% of people believe it’s a good time to sell.
Read more →
September 24, 2021/by KCM CREW
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