The KCM Crew, Author at Keeping Current Matters

For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up

4 Reasons to Sell This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]

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

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, Housing Market Updates

Are Home Values Really Overinflated?

Last week, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) released their most recent Existing Home Sales Report. According to the report:

March 1, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

Down Payments, First Time Buyers, For Buyers

It’s Tax Season… Use Your Refund to Jump Start Your Down Payment Savings!

According to data released by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Americans can expect an estimated average refund of $2,840 this year when filing their taxes. This is down slightly from the average refund of $2,895, last year.

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

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up, Rent vs. Buy

Is Now a Good Time to Rent?

People often ask if now is a good time to buy a home, but nobody ever asks when it’s a good time to rent. Regardless, we want to make certain that everyone understands that today is NOT a good time to rent.

February 27, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up

Latest NAR Data Shows Now Is a Great Time to Sell!

We all realize that the best time to sell anything is when demand for that item is high, and the supply of that item is limited. Two major reports released by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) revealed information that suggests that now is a great time to sell your house.

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

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

The Mortgage Process: What You Need to Know [INFOGRAPHIC]

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

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Housing Market Updates, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up

Mortgage Rates on FIRE! Home Prices Up in Smoke?

Mortgage interest rates have already risen by over a quarter of a percentage point in 2018. Many are projecting that rates could increase to 5% by the end of the year.

February 22, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Millennials, Rent vs. Buy

80% of Renters Believe Homeownership is a Part of Their American Dream

According to the latest Aspiring Home Buyers Profile by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 82% of surveyed renters desire to own a home in the future, with 80% believing homeownership is a big part of achieving their American Dream.

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

For Sale By Owner, For Sellers, Home Prices, Move-Up, Selling Myths

2 Ways to Get the Most Money from The Sale of Your Home

Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive the maximum value for your house?

February 20, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sale By Owner, For Sellers, Move-Up

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

Whether you are buying or selling a home it can be quite the adventure, which is why you need an experienced real estate professional to guide you on the path to achieving your ultimate goal. But in this world of instant gratification and internet searches, many sellers think that they can ‘For Sale by Owner’ or ‘FSBO.’

February 19, 2018 /4 Comments/by The KCM Crew

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

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

February 16, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up

Calm Down! The Real Estate Market is NOT Falling Apart

There has been tremendous volatility in certain markets over the last few weeks (for example, the stock and currency markets). When this happens, some tend to lump all of their investments together and create an almost ‘Armageddon’ scenario where everything loses value quickly and dramatically. Real estate is an investment that can get caught up in this hysteria. Does the concern about the current housing market have merit?

February 15, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers

Which Comes First… Marriage or Mortgage?

According to the National Association of REALTORS most recent Profile of Home Buyers & Sellers, married couples once again dominated the first-time homebuyer statistics in 2017 at 57% of all buyers.

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

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

Low Inventory Pushes Home Prices Higher

According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, prices appreciated by 6.9% year-over-year from December 2016 to December 2017 on a national level. This marks the fifth month in a row with at least a 6.9% increase.

February 13, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

For Sellers, Move-Up

The #1 Reason to Sell Now Before Spring

The price of any item (including residential real estate) is determined by ‘supply and demand.’ If many people are looking to buy an item and the supply of that item is limited, the price of that item increases.

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

Best of 2018, First Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sale By Owner, For Sellers, Infographics, Move-Up

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

February 9, 2018 /1 Comment/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up

Homeownership: “The Reports of My Death Have Been Greatly Exaggerated”

The famous quote by Mark Twain in the title of this article can be used to describe homeownership in America today. Last week, the Census revealed that the percentage of homeowners in the country increased for the first time in thirteen years.

February 8, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

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

Where Are Mortgage Interest Rates Headed in 2018?

The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to know where rates are headed when deciding to start your home search.

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

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

Millionaire to Millennials: Don’t Rent a Home… Buy!

In a CNBC article, self-made millionaire David Bach explained that: “The biggest mistake millennials are making is not buying their first home.” He goes on to say that, “If you want to build real financial security, real wealth for your lifetime, then you need to buy a home.”

February 6, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up, Rent vs. Buy

Whether You Rent or Buy, 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, however, that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s.

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

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

5 Reasons Homeowners Can Throw Better Super Bowl Parties! [INFOGRAPHIC]

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

For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices, Move-Up

Bidding Wars Abound… How Long Will They Continue?

Just like with any product or service, the law of supply and demand impacts home prices. Any time that there is less supply than the market demands, prices increase.

February 1, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

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

Study Shows “Millennials Deserve More Credit”

When it comes to talking about millennials, there are many stereotypes out there that have influenced the way the public feels about the generation. Whether it’s the assumption that millennials are irresponsible with money and would rather buy avocado toast than save for a down payment, or that millennials jump from job to job, the majority of these stereotypes paint the generation in a negative light.

January 31, 2018 /0 Comments/by The KCM Crew

Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up

2 Major Myths Holding Back Home Buyers

Urban Institute recently released a report entitled, “Barriers to Accessing Homeownership,” which revealed that “eighty percent of consumers either are unaware of how much lenders require for a down payment or believe all lenders require a down payment above 5 percent.”

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