Home Sales Slow, but Buyers Gaining Leverage

Home Sales Slow, but Buyers Gaining Leverage

By Alex Veiga High mortgage rates and rising prices are keeping home sales sluggish, but more listings and slight rate declines may give buyers in some markets more leverage. LOS ANGELES — Elevated mortgage rates and rising home prices are freezing out many would-be...
Buyers Want Remodeled Homes

Buyers Want Remodeled Homes

By Myra Arnold Sellers are encouraged to showcase home renovations as buyers are increasingly seeking turnkey homes. Buyers are willing to pay more for remodeled homes. NEW YORK — Even as home prices keep going up and properties become less affordable, homebuyers are...
Getting a Mortgage with Zero Down

Getting a Mortgage with Zero Down

By Myra Arnold Mortgage options that require no downpayments include VA and USDA loans while low downpayment programs include FHA loans. NEW YORK — If you qualify for a no-down-payment mortgage, you could get a loan for the full purchase price of a home. Here’s...
Couple Goals: Tips for Affording a First Home

Couple Goals: Tips for Affording a First Home

By Taylor Getler Couples often wait years after marriage to buy a home. To save time, opt for cash wedding gifts, avoid debt, explore first-time buyer programs and use tax benefits. NEW YORK — Weddings and homeownership are two major goals for many couples but...
Building Relationships as a New Agent

Building Relationships as a New Agent

By Matt Clements New agents should focus on building referrals through people they already know, including family, friends and local business owners. CHICAGO — In the real estate business, no relationships mean no deals. No deals = no money. Simple, right? As I...