Why Pre-Approval Is Key for Homebuyers in 2022
By Michael Idarola |
You may have heard that it’s important to get pre-approved for a mortgage at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is ...
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Michael Idarola
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Why Inflation Shouldn’t Stop You from Buying a Home in 2022
By Michael Idarola |
If you’re following along with the news today, you’re probably hearing a lot about record-breaking home prices, rising consumer costs, supply chain constraints, and more. ...
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Here’s Exactly Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You
By Michael Idarola |
If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to become a homeowner, ...
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It Just Became Much Easier For You To Buy a Home
By Michael Idarola |
Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many benefits of homeownership, including the ...
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Homebuyers: Be Ready To Act This Winter
By Michael Idarola |
To succeed as a buyer in today’s market, it’s important to understand which market trends will have the greatest impact on your home search. Danielle ...
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Are You a First-Generation Homebuyer? Here is what you should know.
By Michael Idarola |
The sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that feeling of accomplishment is even greater. That’s ...
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5 Tips for Making Your Best Offer
By Michael Idarola |
In today’s sellers’ market, standing out as a buyer is critical. Multi-offer scenarios and bidding wars are the norm due to the low supply of houses ...
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Is the Number of Homes for Sale Finally Growing?
By Michael Idarola |
An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of available housing inventory is the major reason ...
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Two Reasons Why Waiting a Year To Buy Could Cost You
By Michael Idarola |
If you’re a renter with a desire to become a homeowner or a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, you ...
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Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?
By Michael Idarola |
There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. In fact, ...
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Michael Idarola
Mortgage Expert
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