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The Personal Joys of Having a Home To Call Your Own

By Bob DeVore | Dec 25, 2024

There’s no doubt that owning a home comes with significant financial benefits. And this time of year is a great time to reflect on the other reasons why owning a home is so meaningful. A house is more than four walls and a roof – it’s a place where memories are made, connections are built, […]

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The #1 Reason People Move: To Be Closer to Family and Friends

By Bob DeVore | Dec 24, 2024

Have you ever thought about packing up and moving to be closer to the people who mean the most to you? Maybe you’re tired of long drives to see your family or wish your kids could spend more time with their grandparents. Clearly, a lot of other people feel the same way. According to recent […]

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How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash

By Bob DeVore | Dec 23, 2024

Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on record amounts of it. Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and why it’ll flip your perspective from “Why would I move right now?” […]

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The Truth About Down Payments

By Bob DeVore | Dec 20, 2024

Some Highlights There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive. And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into […]

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Struggling To Sell Your House? Read This.

By Bob DeVore | Dec 19, 2024

When you sell your house, ideally, you want it to go something like this: your house sells for top dollar, you get it sold quickly, and it all goes down without a hitch. But what many people don’t realize is that even in today’s market where there are more buyers than homes for sale, there […]

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The Biggest Perks of Buying a Home This Winter

By Bob DeVore | Dec 18, 2024

Waiting for perfect market conditions often means missing out. Because what you may not realize is, if you’re ready and able to buy, this time of year could actually give you an edge. Here’s why. As the weather cools down, the housing market can too – and that works in your favor. You Likely Won’t […]

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More Starter Homes Are Hitting the Market

By Bob DeVore | Dec 17, 2024

More entry-level homes – also known as starter homes – are popping up on the market. And after several years with very few homes available to buy and prices rising, there are finally some more options for first-time buyers. Inventory Is Increasing – Especially at Lower Price Points Over the past year, the total supply […]

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Only an Expert Agent Can Give You an Accurate Value of Your Home

By Bob DeVore | Dec 17, 2024

In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The automated estimates you’re seeing online often miss key details that affect the true market value of your home. Before you toss a for sale sign in your yard […]

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What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores

By Bob DeVore | Dec 13, 2024

Some Highlights Data shows 7 out of 10 prospective homebuyers don’t know the minimum credit score required by lenders or that it varies by lender and loan type. According to Experian, the range is anywhere from 500 to 700 for the minimum credit score. That means you don’t need perfect credit to buy a home. […]

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