Homeowner Net Worth Has Skyrocketed

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on November 8, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Rent vs. Buy.

If you’re weighing your options to decide whether it makes more sense to rent or buy a home today, here’s one key data point that could help you feel more confident in making your decision. Every three years, the Federal Reserve Board releases the Survey of Consumer Finances (SCF). That report covers the difference in net worth for both homeowners and renters. Spoiler alert: the gap between the two is significant.The average homeowner’s net worth is almost 40X greater than a renter’s. And here’s the data to prove it (see graph below):The Big Reason Homeowner Net Worth Is So HighIn the previous...

The Benefits of Buying a Multi-Generational Home [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on November 4, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

Some HighlightsIf you’re ready to buy a home but are having a hard time affording it on your own, or, if you have aging loved ones you need to care for, you might want to consider a multi-generational home.Living with siblings, parents, and even grandparents can help you save money, give or receive childcare, and spend quality time together.Talk to a local real estate agent to find a home in our area that’s perfect for you and your loved one’s needs.

Don’t Believe Everything You Read About Home Prices

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on November 3, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Selling Myths.

According to the latest data from Fannie Mae, 23% of Americans still think home prices will go down over the next twelve months. But why do roughly 1 in 4 people feel that way?It has a lot to do with all the negative talk about home prices over the past year. Since late 2022, the media has created a lot of fear about a price crash and those concerns are still lingering. You may be hearing people in your own life saying they’re worried about home prices or see on social media that some influencers are saying prices are going to come tumbling down.If you’re someone who still thinks prices are...

A Real Estate Agent Helps Take the Fear Out of the Market

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 31, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Selling Myths.

Do negative headlines and talk on social media have you feeling worried about the housing market? Maybe you’ve even seen or heard something lately that scares you and makes you wonder if you should still buy or sell a home right now. Regrettably, when news in the media isn’t easy to understand, it can make people feel scared and unsure. Similarly, negative talk on social media spreads fast and creates fear. As Jason Lewris, Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer at Parcl, says:“In the absence of trustworthy, up-to-date information, real estate decisions are increasingly being driven by fear,...

Unmasking Scary Myths about Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 28, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

Some HighlightsHere’s what you really need to know about a few myths causing fear in today’s housing market.Despite common misconceptions, many people can buy a home even if they have student loans, home prices are rising nationally (not falling), and you usually don’t have to have 20% for a down payment.If you have other fears or reservations about buying a home today, get in touch with a real estate expert who can help clear those up.

Affordable Homeownership Strategies for Gen Z

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 27, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Pricing.

The idea of owning a home has always been a big part of the American Dream. It’s a symbol of stability, independence, and having a place to truly call your own. But for Gen Z, the “Zoomers” born between 1997 and 2012, making that dream a reality can feel like quite the challenge today with higher mortgage rates and rising home prices.But achieving that goal of owning your first home can still be attainable, even today, with some strategic planning and resourcefulness.Explore Down Payment Assistance Options With prices rising all around you, it can be hard to save up for a home....

Invest in Yourself by Owning a Home

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 26, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Pricing.

Are you wondering if it makes sense to buy a home right now? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two compelling reasons why it still may be a good time to become a homeowner.Home Values Appreciate over TimeThere’s been a lot of confusion around what’s happened with home prices over the past two years. While they did dip ever so slightly in late 2022, this year they’ve been appreciating at a more normal pace, which is good news for the housing market. And while looking at price movement over just a year or two can make you worry prices are usually this unpredictable,...

Why Home Prices Keep Going Up

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 24, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Pricing, Selling Myths.

If you’ve ever dreamed of buying your own place, or selling your current house to upgrade, you’re no stranger to the rollercoaster of emotions changing home prices can stir up. It’s a tale of financial goals, doubts, and a dash of anxiety that many have been through.But if you put off moving because you’re worried home prices might drop, make no mistake, they’re not going down. In fact, it’s just the opposite. National data from several sources says they’ve been going up consistently this year (see graph below): Here’s what this graph shows. In the first half of 2022,...

How Buying a Multi-Generational Home Helps with Affordability Today

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 18, 2023. Posted in Demographics, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage, Rent vs. Buy.

In today’s world of rising housing costs, many buyers are looking for ways to still be able to buy a home. Some of them have found a solution in multi-generational living.Multi-generational living is when two or more adult generations live together under one roof. This includes siblings, parents, or even grandparents. Here’s an in-depth look at why more buyers are choosing this option today, so you can see if it may be right for you too.Reasons To Buy a Multi-Generational HomeAccording to a recent study by the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the top two reasons people are opting...

Are Higher Mortgage Rates Here To Stay?

Written by Naples Mortgage Syndicated User on October 17, 2023. Posted in Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Naples Florida Mortgage, Naples Mortgage.

Mortgage rates have been back on the rise recently and that’s getting a lot of attention from the press. If you’ve been following the headlines, you may have even seen rates recently reached their highest level in over two decades (see graph below): That can feel like a little bit of a gut punch if you’re thinking about making a move. If you’re wondering whether or not you should delay your plans, here’s what you really need to know. How Higher Mortgage Rates Impact You There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher right now than they were in recent years. And, when rates are up, that affects...

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