by M.Celata Real Estate | Jun 19, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips, First Time Home Buyers
There’s no denying it’s gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today’s mortgage rates and home price appreciation. And that may be one of the big reasons you’re eager to look into grants and assistance programs to see if there’s anything you qualify...
by M.Celata Real Estate | Jun 11, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips, First Time Home Buyers
If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings. And a big priority is making sure you’ve got a plan in place for things like your closing costs, down payment, and more. Here are a few strategies that can help speed up...
by M.Celata Real Estate | May 15, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips, First Time Home Buyers
Having a hard time finding a first home that’s right for you and your wallet? Well, here’s a tip – think about condominiums, or condos for short. They’re usually smaller than single-family homes, but that’s exactly why they can be easier on your budget. According to...
by M.Celata Real Estate | May 9, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Tips, First Time Home Buyers, Inventory, New Construction
When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like. Maybe you’ve got a specific picture of that house in your mind. But unless you came into this process knowing you want to buy a newly built home,...
by M.Celata Real Estate | Apr 11, 2024 | Buyers, First Time Home Buyers
There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look at smaller houses to find one that’s still in your budget. But there is a silver lining: builders are focused on building these smaller homes right...
by M.Celata Real Estate | Mar 27, 2024 | Buyers, Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers
In today’s housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, while only 10% are single men. If you’re a single woman trying to buy your first...