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Homeownership is a foundational part of the American Dream.

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The housing market keeps sailing along.

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So far this year, mortgage rates continue to hover around 3%, encouraging many hopeful homebuyers to enter the housing market.

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Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home.

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Some Highlights 

• Mortgage pre-approval means a lender has reviewed your finances and, based on factors like your income, debt, and credit history, determined how much you’re qualified to borrow.
• Being pre-approved for a loan can give you clarity while planning your homebuying budget, confidence in your ability to secure a loan, and a competitive edge in a bidding war.
• In today’s market, connecting with a lender to get pre-approved may be the game-changer that helps you secure your dream home.

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Today, some are afraid the real estate market is starting to look a lot like it did in 2006, just prior to the housing crash.

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Some Highlights

• With so many buyers looking for homes to purchase and so few houses available today, there’s a substantial increase in bidding wars, and homes are selling fast.
• According to the latest Realtors Confidence Index Survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), on average, houses are receiving over four offers from buyers and they’re selling in less than three weeks.
• If you’re ready to make a move, contact a local real estate professional today so you can sell your house while the market is in your favor.

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If you’re planning to buy a home this year, saving for a down payment is one of the most important steps in the process.

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In a sellers’ market, some homeowners might be tempted to try to sell their house on their own (known as For Sale By Owner, or FSBO) instead of working with a trusted real estate professional.

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Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released a very encouraging jobs report.

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