December 2, 2021The latest COVID-19 variant—omicron—has spawned new health and economic concerns, and it could have an impact on the residential and commercial market. News outlets reported on Wednesday that a case involving the omicron variant was identified in San Francisco. There has also been a reported case in Minnesota. New fears over the omicron…
Your equity is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals as a homeowner. And chances are, your equity grew substantially over the past year. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, homeowners gained an average of $51,500 in equity over the past year. If you’re looking for the best ways…
Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie Mac recently posted: “Homeownership has cemented its role as part of the American Dream, providing families with a place that is their own and an avenue for building wealth over time. This ‘wealth’ is built, in large part, through…
November 3, 2021 About half of homeowners who have moved since the pandemic cited crime and safety as the most important factor in deciding where to move to, according to a new survey of 1,000 consumers commissioned by Redfin. The crime and safety of an area was even more important factor than the cost of…
Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained $51,500 in equity since this time last year. Whether it’s funding an education, fueling your next move, or starting a business, your home equity is a great tool you can use to power…
Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates in history. And while those rates seemed to bottom out in January of this year, the golden window of opportunity for buyers isn’t over just yet. If you’re one of the buyers who worry they’ve…
