How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen?

Many people are hoping mortgage rates will come down before they buy a home. But will that actually happen?
More entry-level homes – also known as starter homes – are popping up on the market.
Today’s headlines and news stories about home prices are confusing and make it tough to know what’s really happening.
Experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis like we saw back in 2008, and that’s good news for the housing market. As Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, says: “. . . don’t expect a housing bust like the mid-2000s, as lending standards in this housing cycle have been much tighter…
The past few years have been challenging for homebuyers, especially with higher home prices and mortgage rates.
Some Highlights If you’re trying to decide whether to rent or buy a home, consider the advantages homeownership offers. Buying a home can help you escape the cycle of rising rents, it’s a powerful wealth-building tool, and it’s typically considered a good hedge against inflation. If you’re ready to take advantage of the benefits of…
If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers.