Ways To Use Your Tax Refund If You Want To Buy a Home

Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a number of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But did you also know your tax refund can help you pay for some of these expenses? As Credit Karma explains:

“If one of your goals is to stop renting and buy a home, you’ll need to save up for closing costs and a down payment on the

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The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire

Some Highlights

• If you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your expenses.
• Smaller homes typically have lower energy and maintenance costs. Plus, you may have enough equity built up to fuel your move.
• If you're thinking about moving to
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Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?

Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision for you, but here's some information that can help you decide.

What’s Next for Home Prices?

Each quarter, Fannie Mae and Pulsenomics publish the results of [...]

What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?

Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going to be cuts this year that would bring rates down. That refers to the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and what they do to their Fed Funds Rate. While cutting, or [...]

What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs

Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down payment, don't forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.

Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget for [...]

Increasing Inventory Signals New Opportunities in Sarasota and Manatee County Housing Markets

SARASOTA, Fla. (March 21, 2024) – The latest housing market data for February 2024 highlights significant shifts in inventory levels across Sarasota and Manatee Counties, indicating evolving dynamics for homebuyers and sellers in Southwest [...]

3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Some Highlights

• Trying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help.
• Look into homebuyer programs, expand your search area, and consider a multi-generational home.
• Let’s connect so you have an expert on your side
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What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?

If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market. If so, here's what the professionals are saying about what’s in store for this season.