Turning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan. And if buying your first home is on your list of goals, now’s the perfect time to put a plan in motion to help you save.

And the best part? Reaching your savings goal doesn’t mean making huge sacrifices overnight – small, consistent steps can get you there over time. Here are a few strategies that can help speed up the process.

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Selling your house? Or just looking to increase the value and appeal of your home for when you do? Here’s something you should know – homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with environmentally friendly features.

According to recent data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), when buyers think about eco-friendly features, they’re looking for (see visual below):

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As the population gets older, a growing number of adult children are deciding to have an elderly parent move in with them. This allows family members of multiple generations to spend time together regularly, which has physical and mental health benefits for older adults. A multigenerational living arrangement also costs significantly less than assisted living or nursing home care. If you’re thinking about creating an in-law apartment for your parents, here are some tips on how to make it safe.

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Some HighlightsMore homeowners are realizing they need an agent’s help in this complex market – and that’s why a record-low number of people are selling without a pro by their side.Without an agent’s help, tackling pricing, staging and repairs, paperwork, negotiation, and more can be a real headache.Selling without a pro isn’t worth the hassle. Connect with an agent to see if you’d work well together.

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How Home Equity May Help You Buy Your Next Home in Cash

Monday, December 23rd, 2024
Gretchen Tipps

Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on   record amounts   of it.

Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and why it’ll flip your perspective from “Why would I move right now?” to “Why wouldn’t I?

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Building equity in your house is one of the biggest financial advantages of homeownership. And right now, homeowners across the country are sitting on record amounts of it.

Here’s a look at how that equity could be a game changer for you, and why it’ll flip your perspective from “Why would I move right now?” to “Why wouldn’t I?

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The Truth About Down Payments

Friday, December 20th, 2024

Some HighlightsThere’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive.And if you want to give your savings a boost, look into down payment assistance. There are thousands of programs that offer an average benefit of nearly $17,000.

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