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A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis

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A Recession Does Not Equal a Housing Crisis [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights: There is plenty of talk in the media about a pending economic slowdown. The good news is, home values actually increased in 3 of the last 5 U.S. recessions, and decreased by less than 2% in the 4th. Many experts predict a potential recession … Continued

Top Priorities When Moving with Kids

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Top Priorities When Moving with Kids According to the Pew Research Center, around 37% of U.S students will be going back to school soon and the rest have already started the new academic year. With school-aged children in your home, buying or selling a house can take on a whole different approach when it comes … Continued

What’s the Latest on Interest Rates?

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What’s the Latest on Interest Rates? Mortgage rates have fallen by over a full percentage point since Q4 of 2018, settling at near-historic lows. This is big news for buyers looking to get more for their money in the current housing market.According to Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey, “the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) rate averaged … Continued

Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019

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Experts Predict a Strong Housing Market for the Rest of 2019 We’re in the back half of the year, and with a decline in interest rates as well as home price and wage appreciation, many are wondering what the predictions are for the remainder of 2019. Here’s what some of the experts have to say: … Continued

These are the 25 best school districts in Michigan

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These are the 25 best school districts in Michigan (WXYZ) — A list of the best school districts in Michigan was released by Niche, a site that researches K-12 schools and colleges. The list ranks the best districts heading into the 2019-2020 school year on factors including state test scores, college readiness, graduation rates, SAT/ACT … Continued

A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away

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A Latte a Day Keeps Homeownership Away [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights: The pumpkin spice latte is launching soon, so you may be tempted to spend your extra cash on a daily caffeine fix, but that small expense can add up to a big number – fast! Saving for a down payment takes a little discipline, so … Continued

Housing Supply Not Keeping Up with Population Increase

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Housing Supply Not Keeping Up with Population Increase Many buyers are wondering where to find houses for sale in today’s market. It’s a true dilemma. We see an increase in buyer demand, but the supply available for purchase isn’t keeping up. The number of new housing permits issued prior to the great recession increased for … Continued

A Great Way to Increase Your Family’s Net Worth

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A Great Way to Increase Your Family’s Net Worth Every three years, the Federal Reserve conducts its Survey of Consumer Finances. Data is collected across all economic and social groups. The latest survey data covers 2013-2016. The study revealed that the median net worth of a homeowner is $231,400 – a 15% increase since 2013. At the … Continued

Buying a Home: Do You Know the Lingo?

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Buying a Home: Do You Know the Lingo? [INFOGRAPHIC] Some Highlights: Buying a home can be intimidating if you’re not familiar with the terms used throughout the process. To point you in the right direction, here’s a list of some of the most common language you’ll hear when buying a home. The best way to … Continued

Busting the Myth About a Housing Affordability Crisis

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Busting the Myth About a Housing Affordability Crisis It seems you can’t find a headline with the term “housing affordability” without the word “crisis” attached to it. That’s because some only consider the fact that residential real estate prices have continued to appreciate. However, we must realize it’s not just the price of a home … Continued
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