by Wells Funding Group | Nov 10, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Pricing
Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s happening with home values right now? What’s projected for next year? Here’s a look at the answers to all three of these questions. How much have home...
by Wells Funding Group | Nov 8, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers
With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t...
by Wells Funding Group | Nov 3, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing
Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are low, they help you get more house for your money. Within the last year, mortgage rates have hit the lowest point ever recorded, and they’ve hovered in...
by Wells Funding Group | Nov 1, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy
Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are rising at a rate much higher than the three years leading up to the pandemic: “Since January of this year, the national median rent has increased by a...
by Wells Funding Group | Oct 29, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers
Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear. Here are some tips to help you prepare. Know your credit score and work to build strong credit. When you’re ready, lean on your agent to connect you...
by Wells Funding Group | Oct 26, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Move-Up Buyers
There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still low, there are a few important things to understand about the supply of homes for sale as we move into the end of the year. The Number of Homes for...
