First-time Homebuyers

Feb. 4, 2025

The Real Benefits of Buying a Home This Year



Have you been wondering whether you should keep renting or finally make the leap into homeownership? It’s a big decision, and let’s be real — renting can feel like the easier option, especially if buying a home feels out of reach.

But here’s the thing: a recent report from Bank …

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April 23, 2024

What You Really Need To Know About Home Prices



According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re one of the people worried about that, here’s what you need to know.

A lot of that fear is probably coming from what you’re hearing in the …

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April 18, 2024

Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?




Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no arguing affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s starting to get a bit better and may improve even more throughout the year. Elijah …

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April 10, 2024

Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?




When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did too because you didn’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate for your next home. But is that still the right strategy for you?

In  …

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Nov. 30, 2023

Is Owning a Home Still the American Dream for Younger Buyers?




Everyone has their own idea of the American Dream, and it's different for each person. But, in a recent survey by Bankrate, people were asked about the achievements they believe represent the American Dream the most. The answers show that owning a home still claims the #1 spot for …

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Feb. 13, 2023

Applying For a Mortgage? Here’s What You Should Avoid Once You Do

 

Applying For a Mortgage? Here’s What You Should Avoid Once You Do. | MyKCM

While it’s exciting to start thinking about moving in and decorating after you’ve applied for your mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you close. Here’s a list of things you may not realize you need to avoid after applying for your home loan.

Don’t  …

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Jan. 20, 2023

Create Your Perfect Home by Perfecting It After You Purchase

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Jan. 18, 2023

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates

Think Twice Before Waiting for 3% Mortgage Rates | MyKCM

Last year, the Federal Reserve took action to try to bring down inflation. In response to those efforts, mortgage rates jumped up rapidly from the record lows we saw in 2021, peaking at just over 7% last October. Hopeful buyers experienced a hit to their purchasing power as …

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Jan. 10, 2023

What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market

What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market | MyKCM

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and …

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Nov. 7, 2022

3 Graphs Showing Today's Housing Market Isn't Like 2008

If you're concerned we're making the same mistakes that led to the housing crash, the graphs below should help alleviate your fears. Concrete data and expert insights clearly show why this is nothing like the last time.

 

3 Graphs Showing Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Like 2008 | MyKCM

With all the headlines and talk in the media about the  …

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