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6 Things to Check Before Buying a Home
Investing in a new home? Don’t get caught off guard.
There are a few things every homebuyer should check before taking the plunge.
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Buying a home is an exciting experience, but it can feel a bit overwhelming if you don’t have the right information. Check out these helpful resources about the home-buying process. When you’re ready, give Dagmara Kubisiak Realty Group a call at (201) 757-9159 to tour available homes in Monmouth County, Middlesex County, Union County, Bergen County, Essex County, and surrounding areas.
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What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs
Before making the decision to buy a home, it’s important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you’re busy saving for the down payment, don’t forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.
Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget for them.
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Mortgage Rates: Past, Present, and Possible Future
If you’re hoping to buy a home this year, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates. Since mortgage rates impact what you can afford when you take out a home loan – and affordability is a challenge today – it’s a good time to look at the big picture of where mortgage rates have been historically compared to where they are now. Beyond that, it’s important to understand their relationship with inflation for insights into where mortgage rates might go in the near future.
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Are More Homeowners Selling as Mortgage Rates Come Down?
If you’re looking to buy a home, the recent downward trend in mortgage rates is good news because it helps with affordability. But there’s another way this benefits you – it may inspire more homeowners to put their houses up for sale.
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Affordable Homeownership Strategies for Gen Z
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.
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What to Look for When House-Hunting
Knowing what features and amenities to look for when purchasing real estate could save you time, money, and energy during this exciting process.
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What Does it Cost for Buyers to Close on a House?
Closing costs can be confusing, especially for first-time homebuyers – but it doesn’t have to be. Here’s what you need to know about what it costs for buyers to close on a house.
