First Time Homebuyers

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 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 23, 2021

5 Things Homebuyers Need To Know When Making an Offer

5 Things Homebuyers Need To Know When Making an Offer | MyKCM

When it comes to buying a house, you’re looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in today’s market there just aren’t that many homes available to purchase. With inventory hovering near record lows and sky-high buyer demand, a multi-offer scenario is the new normal. Here are ...

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June 15, 2021

5 Tips To Get The Most Out of Your Vegetable Garden

5 Tips To Get The Most Out Of Your Vegetable Garden

Growing a successful vegetable garden is a great way to provide you and your family with a convenient and sustainable food source. With some planning and consideration, you can grow a bountiful harvest in your backyard with very little effort. Here, we’ll give you a few great tips okay but ...

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June 14, 2021

Organize Your Pantry in 7 Easy Steps

Organize Your Pantry In 7 Easy Steps

It might seem like a chore to organize your pantry but trust me, it’ll save you so much time in the future. Whether you are moving to a new home or just need a fresh start, by changing a few small things, you can make it so much easier to ...

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June 8, 2021

May Real Estate Highlights!