by Charles River Properties | Apr 12, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a variety of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But there’s good news – your tax refund can help you achieve your goals by paying for some of these expenses....
by Charles River Properties | Apr 6, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
We’re still in a sellers’ market. And if you’re looking to buy a home, that means you’re likely facing some unique challenges, like difficulty finding a home and volatile mortgage rates. But keep in mind, there are some benefits to being a buyer in today’s market that...
by Charles River Properties | Apr 3, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your purchasing power. The chart below...
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by Charles River Properties | Mar 31, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, Infographic, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights If you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to plan for closing costs. Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things like government recording costs, appraisal fees, and more. Work with a...
by Charles River Properties | Mar 15, 2023 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
Though there are more homes for sale now than there were at this time last year, there’s still an undersupply with fewer houses available than in more normal, pre-pandemic years. The Monthly Housing Market Trends Report from realtor.com puts it this way: “While the...
by Charles River Properties | Mar 14, 2023 | Buyers & Sellers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
The housing market has been going through shifts lately. That’s why it’s so important to work with an industry professional who can be your guide throughout the process. A real estate expert uses their knowledge of what’s really happening with home prices, housing...
