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4 Reasons to Buy a home this Summer


Did you know that June is National Homeownership Month?




I can think of no better time to start your search for a new home. Maybe you're a first time home buyer, or you've outgrown your current home, or perhaps you're a seasoned real estate investor?




Regardless of your reason for searching for a home, here are 4 good reasons to buy a home this summer:


1. Prices Will Continue to Rise


CoreLogic’s latest U.S. Home Price Insights reports that home prices have appreciated by 3.7% over the last 12 months. The same report predicts that prices will continue to increase at a rate of 4.8% over the next year. Home values will continue to appreciate. Waiting may no longer makes sense.


2. Mortgage Interest Rates Are Projected to Increase


Freddie Mac’s Primary Mortgage Market Survey shows that interest rates for a 30-year fixed rate mortgage have started to level off around 4.3%. Most experts predict that rates will rise over the next 12 months. The Mortgage Bankers Association, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the National Association of Realtors are in unison, projecting rates will increase by this time next year. An increase in rates will impact YOUR monthly mortgage payment. A year from now, your housing expense will increase if a mortgage is necessary to buy your next home.


3. Either Way, You Are Paying a Mortgage


Some renters have not yet purchased a home because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. Everyone should realize that unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you are paying a mortgage – either yours or your landlord’s.

As an owner, your mortgage payment is a form of ‘forced savings’ which allows you to have equity in your home that you can tap into later in life. As a renter, you guarantee your landlord is the person with that equity.


4. It’s Time to Move On with Your Life


The ‘cost’ of a home is determined by two major components: the price of the home and the current mortgage rate. It appears that both are on the rise. But what if they weren’t? Would you wait?


Examine the actual reason you are buying and decide if it is worth waiting. Whether you want to have a great place for your children to grow up, greater safety for your family, or you just want to have control over renovations, now could be the time to buy.


Bottom Line


If the right thing for you and your family is to purchase a home this year, buying sooner rather than later could lead to substantial savings. When you're ready to start the homebuying process, let us know. We will help you every step of the way!



 

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