Home Buyers

July 5, 2017

Be Thankful You Don’t Have to Pay Mom and Dad’s Interest Rate

Be Thankful You Don’t Have to Pay Mom and Dad’s Interest Rate | MyKCM

Interest rates have hovered around 4% for the majority of 2017, which has given many buyers relief from rising home prices and has helped with affordability. Experts predict that rates will increase by the end of 2017 and will be about …

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June 27, 2017

Pre-Approval Should Always Be Your First Step

 

Pre-Approval Should Always Be Your First Step | MyKCM

In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the amount of homes for sale. This has led to a …

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June 26, 2017

2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers

 

2 Myths Holding Back Home Buyers | MyKCM

In Realtor.com’s recent article, “Home Buyers’ Top Mortgage Fears: Which One Scares You?” they mention that “46% of potential home buyers fear they won’t qualify for a mortgage to the point that they don’t even …

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June 16, 2017

4 Reasons to Buy This Summer!

 

4 Reasons to Buy This Summer! | MyKCM

Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today, instead of waiting.

1. Prices Will Continue to Rise

CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index reports that home prices have appreciated by 7.1% over the last …

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June 14, 2017

Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment!

 

Homeownership Is a Good Financial Investment! | MyKCM

According to a recent report by Trulia, “buying is cheaper than renting in 100 of the largest metro areas by an average of 33.1%.” The report may …

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June 9, 2017

Mortgage Interest Rates Reverse Course in 2017

 

Mortgage Interest Rates Reverse Course in 2017 | MyKCM

To start the year, housing experts all agreed on one thing: 2017 was going to be the year we would see mortgage interest rates begin to …

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June 8, 2017

69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs

 

69% of Buyers are Wrong About Down Payment Needs | MyKCM

According to a recent survey conducted by Genworth Financial Inc. at the Annual Mortgage Bankers’ Association Secondary Market Conference, mortgage professionals say that first-time buyers still believe a 20% down payment is necessary to buy in today’s market.

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June 6, 2017

4 Tips for Effectively Making an Offer

4 Tips for Effectively Making an Offer | MyKCM

So, you’ve been searching for that perfect house to call a ‘home,’ and you finally found one! The price is right, and in such a competitive market, you want to make sure that you make a good offer so that you can guarantee …

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June 2, 2017

What Would You Sacrifice to Save For Your Next Home?

 

What Would You Sacrifice to Save For Your Next Home? [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Some Highlights:

  • 95% of first-time homebuyers are willing to sacrifice to make homeownership a reality.
  • The top item that buyers sacrifice is new clothes, at 54%.
  • Even repeat or experienced buyers say they sacrificed taking a …
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June 1, 2017

Can Your Real Estate Agent Answer These Important Questions?

 

Can Your Real Estate Agent Answer These Important Questions? | MyKCM

Whether you are selling or buying a home, the real estate agent you hire is critical to guaranteeing your family makes the right decision. Most agents can walk you through the process and explain the industry 'lingo,' but you …

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