Sergio Garcia & Sofia Garcia, Realtors with Samson Properties
Buying a home is a major financial decision—so it’s not surprising that overspending is one of the top homebuyer regrets. Avoid this common mistake with these 3 tips: 💸Get preapproved for a mortgage. Complete the process before you begin your search, so you know what’s within reach. 💸Shop around for a lender. Getting a few …
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Most homebuyers are happy with their purchase—but that doesn’t mean they have zero regrets. Here are some of the common missteps that can lead to buyer’s remorse: 💰 Spending more than necessary 🗓️ Rushing into a purchase💸 Miscalculating the costs of homeownership ⏲️ Underestimating the time required for maintenance. 🔍 Skipping a home inspection 🏠 …
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Click here to access a printable pdf version of this post Presiona aqui para version en español To avoid buyer's remorse, be sure to consider your future self when shopping for a home. Most new homebuyers don't regret becoming homeowners. In fact, according to a survey by LendingTree, 80% of recent buyers who successfully overcame …
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Click here to access a printable pdf version of this post Presiona aqui para version en español Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and there’s a lot to consider—including …
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Mortgage rates may finally be headed down! After rising rapidly in 2022, the average 30-year mortgage rate has mostly hovered between 6-7% since the start of the year. But, economists at the National Association of Realtors, Fannie Mae, and the Mortgage Bankers Association are forecasting that they could dip below 6% by year’s end. To …
Many economists expected higher mortgage rates to cause home inventory to balloon. So where are all the "for sale" signs this year? The reality is that many would-be sellers are reluctant to trade in their existing mortgage rate for a higher one. However, some sellers are actually benefiting from high mortgage rates — because a …
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