Buying

Aug. 6, 2021

With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time To Buy?

 

With Rents on the Rise – Is Now the Time To Buy? | MyKCM

According to recent data from realtor.com, median rental prices have reached their highest point ever recorded in many areas across the country. The report found rents rose by 8.1% from the same time last year. As it notes:

Beyond simply recovering to pre-pandemic levels, rents across …

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July 30, 2021

There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our Veterans

 

Home Sellers: There Is an Extra Way To Welcome Home Our Veterans | MyKCM

Some veterans are finding it difficult to obtain a home in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR):

“Conventional conforming mortgages (mortgages that conform to guidelines set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac), accounted for 74% of mortgages obtained by homebuyers in May 2021, an …

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July 23, 2021

3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble

3 Charts That Show This Isn’t a Housing Bubble | MyKCM

With home prices continuing to deliver double-digit increases, some are concerned we’re in a housing bubble like the one in 2006. However, a closer look at the market data indicates this is nothing like 2006 for three major reasons.

1. The housing market isn’t driven by risky mortgage loans.

Back …

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July 14, 2021

Why This Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing Market

Why This Isn’t Your Typical Summer Housing Market | MyKCM

In real estate, it’s normal to see ebbs and flows in the market. Typically, the summer months are slower-paced than the traditionally busy spring. But this isn’t a typical summer. As the economy rebounds and life is returning to normal, the real estate market is expected to have an unusually …

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July 9, 2021

June Highlights!

July 8, 2021

Top 5 Reasons to Move to Cherry Creek, Denver

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July 2, 2021

What To Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow

What To Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow | MyKCM

In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic …

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June 8, 2021

May Real Estate Highlights!

May 23, 2021

Buying New Construction VS Resale: Which Is Right For You

Buying New Construction vs. Resale Home

Deciding to move to a new home, or your first home is a major moment in your life! This is a decision that should not be taken lightly. You need to take the proper time to research and consider what exactly will suit your lifestyle and find the right place …

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May 21, 2021

Should I Move or Refinance?

Should I Move or Refinance? | MyKCM

The level of equity homeowners have is at an all-time high. According to the U.S. Censusover 38% of owner-occupied homes are owned free and clear, meaning they don’t have a mortgage. Those with a mortgage are seeing their equity skyrocket too. Every time real estate values increase …

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