Essential First-Time Homebuyer Tips
Buying your first home is a significant and exciting milestone, but it can also be a complex process with numerous considerations. From saving for a down payment to navigating the housing market, first-time homebuyers face a unique set of challenges. To help ease the process and ensure a successful purchase, here are some essential tips […]
One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home
Home>>Mortgage News>> One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac: One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home “Building equity through your monthly principal payments and appreciation is a critical part of […]
Down Payment Assistance: Arizona American Dream Downpayment Initiative
The Arizona American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI) is a down payment assistance program created to aid first-time buyers (those who have not owned a home during the preceding 36 months before purchasing a home) in specific jurisdictions in Arizona, namely Maricopa County, the City of Phoenix, and Pima County/Tucson. Originally signed into law by George […]
Eight 2022 Housing Predictions: Zillow
While it’s unclear how long-lasting the effects of the pandemic on the housing market, Zillow has eight 2022 housing predictions. Though the market may not reach the same acme as 2021’s market, it won’t be a slow year by any means, says Zillow. The sellers market will persevere, the Sun Belt states will remain in-demand […]
Five Reasons to Buy in Scottsdale
While it’s true there are many reasons to buy a home in Scottsdale, the desert conditions and natural landscape are a big draw, converting many a tourist into a resident. Consequently, the Scottsdale real estate market has flourished over the years, but especially during the uncertainty that is Covid, where buyers are reevaluating how and […]
Phoenix Tops Impacted Market by Investors
Phoenix, Arizona tops the housing market negatively impacted by investors in April 2021 by removing over 400 units. Nationwide during the same month, the number of units removed from the market was higher than contributed, with investor purchases allotting for over 5.5% of all home sales. The conventional thinking is that the average buyer is […]
Best Job Markets Survey: Metro Phoenix Ranks Second in Nation
The Phoenix metropolitan area has been ranked number 2 among the top five best job markets, according to Dallas-based SaaS company, ThinkWhy, with a focus on their AI-generated LaborIQ software targeting labor market solutions. While job openings are standing firm at record highs with over 10.1 million available jobs in the United States. Companies are […]
Down Payment Assistance in Arizona – what programs are available?
Down Payment Assistance Arizona Programs Most AZ first-time homebuyers (and seasoned buyers) are unaware of the various Zero Down and Down Payment Assistance Arizona Programs available to assist with expenses related to buying a home. ARIZONA DPA ELIGIBILITY CHECK What are Down Payment Assistance Arizona Programs? With programs ranging from State offered Grants and Zero Down VA […]