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If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment.The truth is, you usually don’t have to. Plenty of loan options let qualified buyers put down much less. But a lot of repeat buyers are choosing to put down 20% anyway.So, why are they if they don’t have to?Two reasons. They know a bigger down payment pays off, and after years in their current house, they’ve built up enough equity that it’s finally possible.Repeat Buyers Put More Money DownAccording to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the typical repeat buyer...
Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.
Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven’t changed much. That may sound frustrating.But it’s a real possibility.A lot of people are putting their plans on hold because they believe much lower mortgage rates are right around the corner. But, based on today’s forecasts, that may not happen. And you should know that before you decide what to do.Let’s look at why experts don’t expect a dramatic drop in rates – and the options that could help you buy anyway. Because even if rates don’t fall, you can still move. Here’s how.1. Mortgage...
Big Investors Are Backing Off and That’s Your Opening
For years, a lot of would-be homebuyers have worried about the same thing. How do you compete with big investors who can swoop in, pay cash, and snap up the houses you want?Well, worry a little less. Because right now, those big investors aren’t buying up the market. They’re backing out of it.Investors Are Buying Fewer Homes Than They Have in YearsAccording to Redfin, investor home purchases just fell to their lowest level since 2020 – when the start of the pandemic temporarily caused pretty much all homebuying to pull way back. Before that, you’d have to go all the way...
Here’s Where To Start if You’re Selling and Buying at the Same Time
If you’re a homeowner getting ready to move, one question usually comes first: should you buy your next home before you sell, or sell your current house before you start looking?There’s no single right answer. The best call depends on your finances, your local market, and your timeline. And a trusted agent can help you weigh all of it.But in a lot of cases these days, selling first puts you in the stronger spot.The Advantages of Selling FirstSelling is usually the trickier half of a move today, so getting it done first clears your biggest hurdle. And that’s especially true right...
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Considering a new investment property in Florida but worried about timing? Bridge loans might be the solution you need. They provide short-term financing, letting you act quickly without waiting to sell your current property first. This means you can close deals faster and make seamless transitions between properties.
A bridge loan gives you flexibility and speeds up your ability to seize opportunities in Florida’s competitive market. It’s a tool that keeps your investment moving forward without delays.
If you’re looking to invest smartly and efficiently, understanding...
DSCR Loans Explained
Looking to invest in Florida real estate? ? Understanding DSCR mortgages can open new doors. Unlike traditional loans, these focus on the property’s income, not your personal salary. This means you could qualify without showing personal tax returns. DSCR loans are great for purchase or refinancing, allowing up to $5 million and can include Condotels and Non-Warrantable Condos. With credit scores starting at 660 and down payments from 20%, these loans make investment property financing more accessible.
Plus, there’s no limit on the number of properties you can finance. Many...
Miami’s Iconic Condo Skyline
Start your home purchase qualifier with no personal info. Struggling to qualify for loans without traditional income proof? DSCR mortgages let your investment property’s cash flow do the talking. Use your property’s income, not your paystub. This program supports purchases and refinances with flexible down payments and credit requirements. Qualify with a minimum credit score of 660 and no personal income verification—perfect if you rely on rental income or own an LLC. Understand the clear rules on down payments, reserve requirements, and loan limits. Get your rate and see how DSCR...
More Homes, Better Prices: A Buyer’s Summer
If you’ve thought about buying a home in the past few years, you may have run into two frustrations: asking prices that kept climbing and too few homes to choose from.In many places, both sticking points are letting up this summer, with lower asking prices and more homes for sale. Let’s look at the trends, and what they mean for your search.Sellers Are Pricing To Attract BuyersAccording to Realtor.com, the national median asking price was $430,000 in June, nearly $11,000 under what it was the year before (see graph below):That’s the eighth month in a row that the typical asking price has...
14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment
Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn’t changed in 14 years. It’s real estate. And this year, that answer comes with even more conviction behind it. New data shows people aren’t just saying homeownership is a smart move, they’re feeling better about it than they have in years. Let’s dig into why.Real Estate Takes the Top Spot – AgainEvery year, Gallup asks Americans to name the best long-term investment. And for the 14th year in a row, real estate came out on top (see graph...
Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.
If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between a slow market and a stalled one.Yes, mortgage rates are still higher than most people would like. Homes aren’t selling as fast as they were. And every week seems to bring another headline about buyers sitting on the sidelines. But here’s what you haven’t heard.Despite everything going on, buyer demand has been remarkably resilient.In fact, more sellers are getting to put up the “pending sale” sign...