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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back

By KCM Team
Posted by Alysa King on October 07, 2024 in  uncategorized
  If you’ve been hesitant to list your house because you’re worried no one’s buying, here’s your sign it may be time to talk with an agent. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday the Federal Reserve cut the Federal Funds Rate for the first time since they began raising that rate in March 2022. And while they don’t control mo... read more
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The Down Payment Assistance You Didn’t Know About

By KCM Tea
Posted by Alysa King on September 30, 2024 in  uncategorized
  Believe it or not, almost 80% of first-time homebuyers qualify for down payment assistance, but only 13% actually use it. And if you’re hoping to buy a home, this is a mission-critical gap to close – fast (see graph below): Here’s what you need to know to make the most of your down payment in today’s housing market. Amplify Your Down Payment Potential For first-time buyers, the name of the game with down payments is making sure you’re taking advantage of all t... read more
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Why Buying Now May Be Worth It in the Long Run

By KCM Team
Posted by Alysa King on September 23, 2024 in  uncategorized
  Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. And while what’s right for you is going to depend on a lot of different factors, here’s something you’ll want to consider as you make your decision. As soon as you buy, you’ll start gaining equity. And you’d be surprised how quickly that can add up – even with more moderate home price appreciation. Each quarter, Fannie Mae releases the Hom... read more
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The Best Time To Buy a Home This Year

By KCM Team
Posted by Alysa King on September 16, 2024 in  uncategorized
  A shift is underway in the housing market this season. And if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right moment to jump back into your homebuying search, this is a great time to do it. That’s because the best week to buy a home this year is just around the corner. Your sweet spot is here.  The experts at Realtor.com study seasonal trends to figure out the ideal week for homebuyers: “Nationally, the best time to buy in 2024 is the week of... read more
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Today’s Biggest Housing Market Myths

By KCM Team
Posted by Alysa King on August 27, 2024 in  uncategorized
  Have you ever heard the phrase: don’t believe everything you hear? That’s especially true if you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in today’s housing market. There’s a lot of misinformation out there. And right now, making sure you have someone you can go to for trustworthy information is extra important. If you partner with a real estate agent, they can clear up some common misconceptions and reassure you by backing them up wit... read more
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