by Charles River Properties | Jun 19, 2023 | Buyers, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re planning to buy your first home, then you’re probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a big purchase. One of the expenses that may be at the top of your mind is your down payment. If you’re intimidated by how much you need to save for...
by Charles River Properties | May 31, 2023 | Buyers, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the better. As a first-time homebuyer, it’s a vision you can bring to life, but, as the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shares, you’ll have to...
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 | Oct 12, 2022 | Buyers, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers
If you’re looking to buy a home, you probably want to secure the lowest interest rate possible for your home loan. Over the last couple of years, that was easier to do as the housing market saw record-low mortgage rates, but this year rates have risen dramatically. If...
by Charles River Properties | Jun 29, 2022 | Buyers, Buying Myths, Down Payments
A recent survey from Bankrate asks prospective buyers to identify the biggest obstacles in their homebuying journey. It found that 36% of those polled said saving for a down payment is one of their primary hurdles to buying a home. If you feel the same way, the good...
by Charles River Properties | May 5, 2022 | Buyers, Buying Myths, Down Payments, First Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is a major decision and an exciting milestone. Even though it can feel daunting at times, it has the power to change your life for the better. If you’re looking to purchase your first home, you may be wondering what’s happening in the housing...