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Achieving the Dream of Homeownership
Achieving the Dream of Homeownership Achieving the Dream of Homeownership | MyKCM Homeownership has long been considered the American Dream, and it’s one every American should feel confident and powerful pursuing. But owning a home is a...
Sellers Have Incredible Leverage in Today’s Market
Sellers Have Incredible Leverage in Today’s Market Sellers Have Incredible Leverage in Today’s Market | MyKCM With mortgage rates climbing above 3% for the first time in months, serious buyers are more motivated than ever to find a ho...
There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring
There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring | MyKCM There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inve...
Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You
Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You | MyKCM Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortga...More Young People Are Buying Homes
There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Econo...
A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers
A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers A Look at Housing Supply and What It Means for Sellers | MyKCM One of the hottest topics of conversation in today’s real estate market is the shortage of available homes. Simply put...
Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends
Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends | MyKCM As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the...
Today’s Real Estate Market Explained Through 4 Key Trends
As we move into the second half of the year, one thing is clear: the current real estate market is one for the record books. The exact mix of conditions we have today creates opportunities for both buyers and sellers. Here’s a look at fou...
Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You a Small Fortune
Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a home. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizi...Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits
A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are the top four financial benefits of owning a home according to con...
Homeownership Is Full of Financial Benefits
A Fannie Mae survey recently revealed some of the most highly-rated benefits of homeownership, which continue to be key drivers in today’s power-packed housing market. Here are the top four financial benefits of owning a home according to con...
Is It a Good Time to Sell My House?
Last year, many homeowners thought twice about selling their houses due to the onset of the health crisis. This year, however, homeowners are beginning to regain their confidence when it comes to selling safely. The latest Home Purchase Sen...
Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?
With mortgage interest rates hitting record lows so many times recently, some are wondering if we’ll see low rates continue throughout 2021, or if they’ll start to rise. Recently, Freddie Mac released their quarterly forecast, noting: ...
The Luxury Market Is Attracting Buyers in 2021
As more people continue to identify their changing needs this year, some are turning to the upscale housing sector for more space or finer features. In their most recent Luxury Market Report, the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing (ILHM) s...Do I Really Need a 20% Down Payment to Buy a Home?
Is the idea of saving for a down payment holding you back from buying a home right now? You may be eager to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates, but the thought of needing a large down payment might make you want to pump the brak...Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year.
Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year. Want to Build Wealth? Buy a Home This Year. | MyKCM Every year, households across the country make the decision to rent for another year or take the leap into homeownership. They look at their ...
What’s the Difference between an Appraisal and a Home Inspection?
If you’re planning to buy a home, an appraisal is an important step in the process. It’s a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like to buy. In most cases, an appraisal is ordered by the lender to confirm or ver...
Why Moving May Be Just the Boost You Need
As we look back over the past year, we’ve certainly lived through one of the most stressful periods in recent history. After spending so much more time at home throughout the health crisis, some are wondering if they should move to improv...