by Wells Funding Group | Apr 25, 2022 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
If you’re planning to buy a home this season, you’re probably thinking about what you’ll need to do to get your offer accepted. In previous years, it was common for buyers to try and determine how much less than the asking price they could offer to still get the home....
by Wells Funding Group | Apr 22, 2022 | Buying Myths, For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Selling Myths
Some Highlights If you’re planning to buy or sell a home today, it’s important to be aware of common misconceptions. Whether it’s timing your purchase as a buyer based on home prices and mortgage rates or knowing what to upgrade or repair before listing your house as...
by Wells Funding Group | Apr 21, 2022 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Foreclosures, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
Homeownership has become a major element in achieving the American Dream. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) finds that over 86% of buyers agree homeownership is still the American Dream. Prior to the 1950s, less than half of the country...
by Wells Funding Group | Apr 20, 2022 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
In the last few weeks, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 5%. While that news may have you questioning the timing of your home search, the truth is, timing has never been more important. Even though you may be tempted to put your...
by Wells Funding Group | Apr 19, 2022 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Move-Up Buyers
Being intentional and competitive are musts when buying a home this season. That’s why pre-approval is so important today. Pre-approval from a lender is the only way to know your true price range and how much money you can borrow for your loan. Peter Warden, Editor of...
by Wells Funding Group | Apr 18, 2022 | Baby Boomers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Senior Market
Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean doing more of the things you enjoy, like traveling, visiting with loved ones, or taking on new hobbies....