Often, we hear people ask, “Should I save for retirement or buy a house?” Actually, that question assumes that this is a scenario where you can only do one and not both. Have you considered that purchasing a home could actually help you save for retirement? Here are some reasons why a home is a good … [Read more...]
8 Advantages of Buying a Home Over Renting
If you are thinking about purchasing a home in the near future rather than continuing to rent, you are making a decision that offers quite a few benefits, financial and otherwise. While renting does have its pros as well as its cons, in this post, we are going to focus on giving you an overview … [Read more...]
Why This is an Ideal Time to Buy a Home in Virginia
We’ve been in a strong seller’s market for a while in Virginia. But if you are thinking about purchasing a home in the near future, this could be an ideal time to make your move. Let’s take a look at the reasons. Virginia REALTORS recently released its 2023 Economic & Housing Market Forecast. … [Read more...]
With Interest Rates Rising, Now is the Time to Buy a Home
If you are in the market for a home, you are no doubt aware that interest rates are rising. In fact, we can expect the Fed to raise them again in the near future. For that reason, this is a wise time to make a move on real estate. Below, we discuss the situation with interest rates in more detail … [Read more...]
Budget for Home Maintenance When Buying a Home
There are a lot of costs involved in homeownership that you probably have thought of. You likely have factored in your down payment, expected monthly mortgage amount and interest, closing costs, and property taxes. But one thing you may not have thought about is how much you will be spending on home … [Read more...]
Is 2021 a Good Year to Buy a Home in Virginia?
2020 was an unprecedented year with respect to just about everything, including its impact on the real estate market. Maybe last year you were thinking about buying a home, but you decided to wait—or perhaps you planned to shop for a home in 2021 all along. Either way, you are probably wondering … [Read more...]