Quicken Loans Chief Economist Bob Walters sat down with our very own Jordan Fylonenko to talk about three very strong reasons why to buy a home in 2012 in another episode of the critically acclaimed Markets and Musings.
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Tag Archives: Home Buying
First-Time Home Buyer Tips and Tools
It’s time to buy your first home! Hooray! This is a big deal and a major milestone in your life. It’s definitely not something to do on a whim. As a first-time n=home buyer, there are a gazillion things you should know before you take the plunge. We want to make sure you have all the information you need to make a smart decision, not only on which home is the best choice for you, but also on which financing option will best fit your unique situation.
Buying A Home Won’t Get Much Cheaper
CNN Money published an article about home prices going up in the near future. Housing experts talk about several signs showing that the record-low home prices may not stay this low forever.
Investors Take Advantage of Home Prices Being Low While Rent Remains High
Interesting article yesterday in Bloomberg. Despite record low mortgage rates on home loans, lots of folks are renting, and that creates an opportunity for real estate investors.
Is Buying Cheaper Than Renting?
It is a story as old as time – boy and girl meet, boy and girl fall in love, boy and girl get married, boy and girl can’t figure out whether or not they should rent their first house or buy. What should you do?
5 Easy Tax Tips for Filing Your Own Return in 2012
Don’t you wish there was the “That Was Easy” button you could hit while filing your own taxes? Go ahead, make your own easy button out of paper. You’ll want to hit it after you read these 5 tax tips for 2012!
Home Inspection Checklist
Did you read my last post about questions to ask a potential home inspector? Well, this week I provide a checklist to give you an idea of things that are and aren’t typically inspected. This will help you learn more about your new home, find any potential deal breakers as you look for homes or even help you maintain your existing home in tip-top shape!
8 Top Websites for Home Buyers
As you start looking for a new home, you definitely need all the advice and help you can get. It’s true that your real estate agent will give you plenty of information about homes and neighborhoods you’re interested in, but some people still like to do research on their own – but where do you start? Here are some sites that will help home buyers make a more educated purchase.
Saving Money on Homeowners Insurance
Looking for homeowners insurance for your new home? Or, trying to save money on your existing policies? Check out these tips to help you find the right homeowners insurance for you and save some money in the process.
New Construction vs. Older Homes in Today’s Market
One question to ask yourself when shopping for a home is whether you’d like a new construction or an older home. Are you one of those people who love the new paint smell? Or are you looking for a home with “charm” that’s close to everything? Read the pros and cons of each type of home.
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