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Wage Increases Make Home Buying More Affordable

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Everyone knows that housing affordability has been negatively impacted by rising prices and increasing mortgage rates, but there is another piece to the affordability equation — wages. How much a family earns obviously impacts how easy or difficult it is for them to afford to own a home. Because of an improving economy, wages are finally beginning to increase — and that dramatically affects home affordability. According to the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) September 2018 Housing Affordability Index, wages have increased in every region of the country: Read more… For more info visit here: Vantage Realty Follow us on: - Facebook , Instagram Read related blogs: VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC] Home Sellers in Q3 Netted $61K at Resale Are Homeowners Renovating to Sell or to Stay? How to Honor a Veteran Today and Everyday Thanks, Steve Mueller

Females Are Making It a Priority to Invest in Real Estate!

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Everyone wants a place to call home; A place that gives them a sense of security. We are currently looking at key interests of those women who want to achieve this dream, and the numbers are proving it! In 2018, for the second year in a row, single female buyers accounted for 18% of all buyers. In 2017, 60% of millennial women listed as the primary borrowers on mortgages were single. According to the 2018 Home Buyer and Seller Generational Trends Report by the National Association of Realtors, one in five homebuyers in the U.S. were single females (most of them part of the baby boomer generation) as you can see in the graph below: Click here: For more info visit here: Vantage Realty Read related blogs: Wage Increases Make Home Buying More Affordable Home Sellers in Q3 Netted $61K at Resale Are Homeowners Renovating to Sell or to Stay? How to Honor a Veteran Today and Everyday Follow us on for getting new real estate market updates Facebook,

Will Home Prices Continue to Increase? And How Do I Sell My House

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Real Estate Charlotte, NC There are many unsubstantiated theories about what is happening with home prices. From those who are worried that prices are falling (data shows this is untrue), to those who are concerned that prices are again approaching boom peaks because of “irrational exuberance” (this is also untrue as prices are not at peak levels when they are adjusted for inflation), there seems to be no shortage of opinion. Read continue How Do I Sell My House Best Real estate agents are trained and experienced in negotiation and, in most cases, the seller is not. Sellers must realize that their ability to negotiate will determine whether or not they get the best deal for themselves and their families. Here is a list of just some of the people with whom the seller must be prepared to negotiate with if they decide to For Sale by Owner (FSBO): -The buyer who wants the best deal possible -The buyer’s agent who solely represents the best interests of the buye

Still Think You Need 15-20% Down to Buy a Home? Think Again!

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Think Again for buying home Meet Best real estate agents Think Again for buying home Meet Best real estate agents will tell How Do I Buy A House . If you are a First Time Home Buyer read this blog. According to a new study from Urban Institute, there are over 19 million millennials in 31 cities who are not only ready and willing to become homeowners, but are able to as well! Now that the largest generation since baby boomers has aged into prime homebuying age, there will no doubt be an uptick in the national homeownership rate. The study from Urban Institute revealed that nearly a quarter of this generation has the credit and income needed to purchase a home. Surprisingly, the largest share of mortgage-ready millennials lives in expensive coastal cities. These cities often attract highly skilled workers who demand higher salaries for their expertise. So, what’s holding these mortgage-ready millennials back from buying? Read more... For more info visit h

Thinking of Selling Your Home? Here's Why You Need A Pro in Your Corner | First Time Seller

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Sell Your House Fast If you want to sell your house fast and if you are the first time seller u need to know How Do I Sell My House meet our Real Estate Expert. Steve Mueller , he tells you what is the best way for selling home. With home prices on the rise and buyer demand still strong, some sellers may be tempted to try and sell their homes on their own without using the services of a real estate professional. Best Real estate agents are trained and experienced in negotiation and, in most cases, the seller is not. Sellers must realize that their ability to negotiate will determine whether or not they get the best deal for themselves and their families. Read more… For more info visit here: Vantage Realty Professionals Read related blogs:  How Will Home Sales Measure Up Next Year? Taking Fear Out of the Mortgage Process Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent? Still, Think You Need 15–20% Down to Buy a Home? Think Again! Thanks, Steve Muller

Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent? Meet Best Real Estate Agents

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Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent? Meet Best Real Estate Agents Do you live in a rental house because of which you to spend more money? do you get disturbed by the rent of your house? meet best real estate agents he will tell you that How Do I Buy A House. Chances are if you are renting you are spending too much of your income on your monthly housing expense. There is a long-standing ‘rule’ that a household should not pay more than 28% of their income on their rent or mortgage payment. This percentage allows the household to save money for the future while comfortably covering other expenses. Read more… For more info visit here: How Do I Buy A House. Read related blogs: How Will Home Sales Measure Up Next Year? Taking Fear Out of the Mortgage Process Thinking of Selling Your Home? Here’s Why You Need A Pro in Your Corner Still, Think You Need 15–20% Down to Buy a Home? Think Again! Thanks, Real Estate Broker in North Carolina

Taking Fear Out of the Mortgage Process

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A large number of potential buyers are away from the real estate market due to uncertainties about the procurement process. A specific cause of anxiety is mortgage aptitude. For many, the mortgage process can be scary, but it doesn’t have to be! In order to qualify in today’s market, you’ll need a down payment (the average down payment on all loans last year was 5%, with many buyers putting down 3% or less) , a stable income, and good credit history. Throughout the entire home buying process, you will interact with many different professionals who will all perform necessary roles. These professionals are also valuable resources for you. Read complete blog click here: First Time Home Buyer For more info visit website: Vantage Realty Professionals Read related blogs: How Will Home Sales Measure Up Next Year? Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent? Thinking of Selling Your Home? Here’s Why You Need A Pro in Your Corner Where are Home Values Headed over the

How Will Home Sales Measure Up Next Year?

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Next year there are many questions about the prescription of home sales. To help answer this question, we have collected the most reliable sources. Here are our sources: Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) – As the leading advocate for the real estate finance industry, the MBA enables members to successfully deliver fair, sustainable, and responsible real estate financing within ever-changing business environments. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) – The largest association of real estate professionals in the world. Freddie Mac – An organization which provides liquidity, stability, and affordability to the U.S. housing market in all economic conditions extending to all communities from coast to coast. Read complete information click here: Real Estate Charlotte, NC For more info visit website: Vantage Realty Professionals Read our new blogs: Taking Fear Out of the Mortgage Process Are You Spending TOO Much on Rent? Thinking of Selling Y