Posts Tagged ‘home buyer’
Boston Real Estate in 2023 Was Resilient!
The Greater Boston housing market has shown remarkable resilience in 2023, defying downturn predictions.
Why You Don’t Need To Fear the Return of Adjustable-Rate Mortgages
If you remember the housing crash back in 2008, you may recall just how popular adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) were back then. After years of being virtually nonexistent, more people again use ARMs when buying homes. Let’s explain why that’s happening and why this isn’t cause for concern.
8 of the Nation’s Hottest Housing Markets in June are all within 2 Hours of Boston
For proof, look no further than the Realtor.com® June roundup of the Hottest Housing Markets. This month, the Hartford, CT, metropolitan area tops the list, followed by hottest markets stalwarts Manchester, NH, Concord, NH, Springfield, MA, Portland, ME, Worcester, MA, Norwich, CT, New Haven, CT, and Boston at #20.
Tips for Reaching Your Home Buying Goal!
If you want to buy a home, here are a few things you should consider before diving in. Home buying can be complex and often overwhelming, but with the right preparation, you can make the experience less stressful and more enjoyable. Here are some key tips to help you prepare for home buying:
Is There Really a New, Unfair Mortgage Tax on Those With High Credit?
In a recent post on Mortgage Daily News, Matthew Graham explains the hard-to-understand new fee structure by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Graham writes, Seemingly overnight, the internet is awash with news regarding a “new,” unfair tax on mortgage borrowers with higher credit scores. Some have gone so far as to suggest that someone could intentionally lower their credit score to get a better deal.
Boston is One of the Top Cities Millennials are Buying Homes!
It makes sense that so many homebuyers are millennials aged 26 to 41. That is when people typically start families and enter their prime earning years. So that demographic is when buying makes the most sense.
Forecast for Spring Housing Market in the Boston Area
Karen and Helen describe the outlook for the Spring 2023 Boston Housing Market.
Getting Yourself Mortgage Ready
If you’re like the vast majority of home buyers, you will choose to finance your purchase with a mortgage loan. However, by preparing in advance, you can avoid the common delays and roadblocks many buyers face when applying for a mortgage.