Shelly Powell+FollowWhy Buying Beats Renting (or Not) in 2024Thinking about swapping your rent check for a mortgage? Brace yourself: the average U.S. mortgage payment is now 82% higher than renting a two-bedroom place. In cities like Vegas and Phoenix, that gap is even wider. Only in spots like Chicago and Miami does buying come a bit closer to renting, thanks to pricier rentals. With home prices and mortgage rates both climbing, don’t expect relief soon. For now, renting might just be the smarter wallet move. #HomeBuying #RentVsBuy #MoneyHacks #RealEstate10Share
Brad Caldwell+FollowHouse-Hunting Just Got a Data UpgradeEver wish Zillow or Redfin had all the answers in one place? Clear Capital just launched PropertyNova, a new service that pulls together all the public info on homes—like tax records and deeds—so buyers, sellers, and even your mortgage app can see the same facts. No more guessing games or outdated info when you’re shopping for a house or checking your home’s value. It’s like giving your real estate search a superpower! #RealEstate #HomeBuying #DataDriven #MoneyHacks00Share
Denise Kemp+FollowHome Prices on Hold? Here’s WhyThinking about buying a house soon? You might want to wait. The boss of America’s biggest building materials company says high interest rates are keeping the brakes on new home builds. Translation: fewer new homes and stubbornly high prices for a while. So if you’re house-hunting, expect slim pickings until at least 2026—unless mortgage rates take a dive sooner. Time to keep saving or get comfy where you are! #HomeBuying #InterestRates #RealEstate #MoneyTips01Share
Samantha Welch+FollowWhy Your Dream Home Feels Out of ReachEver feel like buying a home is getting harder? You’re not alone. High prices, steep mortgage rates, and rising costs for building materials are making it tough for both buyers and builders. Even home renovations are pricier, thanks to labor shortages and more expensive supplies. If you’re thinking about moving or remodeling, keep an eye on interest rates and maybe hold off for a better deal—or consider a smaller project to stretch your budget. #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #Remodeling #HousingMarket #RealEstate00Share
Samantha Welch+FollowHow AI Could Save Your Home ValueEver wonder if your home’s value is spot on? Turns out, old-school appraisals often lump houses into the same category, missing the little details that make your place unique. This could cost lenders $27 billion a year! Now, AI is stepping in to give every kitchen reno and bathroom upgrade its due credit, making appraisals fairer and more accurate. If you’re buying, selling, or refinancing, this tech could mean more money in your pocket—and fewer surprises at closing. #HomeBuying #RealEstate #AIMoneyHacks #HomeValue #FinanceTips00Share
Linda Price+FollowHow We Survived Being House PoorEver felt like you finally made it—new house, happy family—only to realize your bank account is gasping for air? That’s what happened to this couple: after buying their dream home, they had just $200 left each month while living on one income. The real kicker? Even with $80K in savings, it’s easy to feel stuck. The big lesson: treat your savings like a lifeline, cut out extras (goodbye, takeout!), and find small ways to bring in cash until things ease up. Being house poor isn’t forever if you play it smart! #MoneyHacks #HomeBuying #Budgeting #PersonalFinance #LifeTips #Business20Share
randerson+FollowWhy Everyone’s Suddenly House HuntingHeard the buzz? Even with the economy feeling shaky, more folks are jumping into the home-buying game. Mortgage rates dipped just a smidge, but that was enough to spark an 11% jump in people applying for home loans last week—way more than this time last year. Looks like some buyers are tired of waiting and are grabbing deals while rates are down, even if the headlines are still a little scary. If you’ve been on the fence, now might be your window! #MortgageTips #HomeBuying #MoneyMoves #RealEstate #LifeHacks20Share
Samantha Welch+FollowMortgage Rates Hold Steady—Good News?Thinking about buying a home or refinancing? Mortgage rates barely budged this week, hanging out at 6.76% for a 30-year loan. That’s a bit lower than last year, and the steady rates are making more folks jump back into house hunting. The big story: with rates holding under 7% for a while, it’s a rare moment of calm in a usually wild market. If you’re eyeing a move, this could be your window to act before things change. #MortgageRates #HomeBuying #MoneyTips #RealEstate #PersonalFinance00Share
megan01+FollowWhy Buying a Home Feels Impossible NowEver feel like buying a home is just out of reach? You’re not alone. Thanks to sky-high prices and rising mortgage rates, saving up for a down payment now takes over 12 years for the average American—double what it used to be! In cities like LA or NYC, it could take more than 30 years. Unless you’re moving to Detroit or Memphis, you might need to get creative or consider renting a while longer. Anyone else feeling priced out? #HomeBuying #RealEstate #MoneyTalks #HousingMarket #LifeHacks00Share
russellolson+FollowIs It Finally Time to Buy a House?Thinking about buying a home but waiting for rates to drop? Dave Ramsey says you might not have to wait much longer. He predicts mortgage rates could dip below 6% by 2026, which could get more buyers off the sidelines. The catch? Home prices probably won’t fall, so if you’re hoping for a deal, don’t hold your breath. If rates drop even a little, expect a rush of buyers and bidding wars to heat up again. Keep your eye on those rates! #HomeBuying #MortgageRates #DaveRamsey #MoneyTips #RealEstate20Share
