Crestview Real Estate News

Sept. 15, 2016

The Cost of NOT Owning Your Home

Owning a home has great financial benefits. Because of this, more and more experts are growing concerned about the ramifications of a falling homeownership rate.

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Posted in Buyer Blog, Featured
Aug. 8, 2016

Buying Remains 36% Cheaper Than Renting!

In the latest Rent vs. Buy Report from Trulia, they explained that homeownership remains cheaper than renting with a traditional 30-year fixed rate mortgage in the 100 largest metro areas in the United States. The updated numbers actually show that the range is an average of 5% less expensive in

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Posted in Uncategorized
July 13, 2016

Would you qualify for a mortgage now?

The widespread myth that perfect credit and large down payments are necessary to buy a home are holding many potential home buyers on the sidelines.

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Posted in Buyer Blog, Featured
June 29, 2016

BREXIT: What’s the FIXIT for U.S. Home Buyers and Sellers?

Now that much of the dust has settled and the panic has waned, let’s take a look at what impact Britain’s exit from the European Union may have on the U.S. housing market. The most immediate impact of Brexit will be on mortgage interest rates.

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March 10, 2016

Open House Sun March 13 from 1-3pm.

Come experience this newly renovated home-looks brand new in a quiet country setting, minutes away from shopping, public schools and churches – Don’t let the age fool you. The home is freshly painted in a neutral color, new wood plank tile flooring through the main living area and baths and new carpet in the bedrooms, …

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Posted in Featured
Jan. 23, 2016

Should I buy now or wait until next year?

Some Highlights: The Cost of Waiting to Buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time. Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 4.8% by next year.

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Posted in Buyer Blog
Jan. 23, 2016

What do you actually need to qualify for a mortgage?

Fannie Mae recently released their “What do consumers know about the Mortgage Qualification Criteria?” Study. The study revealed that Americans are misinformed about what is required to qualify for a mortgage when purchasing a home.

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Posted in Buyer Blog
Jan. 14, 2016

Lack of Listings Slowing Down the Housing Market

The housing crisis is finally in the rear view mirror as the real estate market moves down the road to a complete recovery. Home values are up. Home sales are up. Distressed sales (foreclosures and short sales) have fallen dramatically.

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Posted in Featured, Seller Blog
Jan. 12, 2016

Renting vs. Buying – Outlook for 2016

People often ask whether or not now is a good time to buy a home. No one ever asks when a good time to rent is. However, we want to make certain that everyone understands that today is NOT a good time to rent. The Census Bureau recently released their third quarter median rent numbers.

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Posted in Buyer Blog, Seller Blog
Jan. 11, 2016

Thinking of Buying a Home? 3 Questions Every Buyer Should Answer First

If you are debating purchasing a home right now, you are probably getting a lot of advice. Though your friends and family will have your best interest at heart, they may not be fully aware of your needs and what is currently happening in the real estate market.

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Posted in Buyer Blog