Millennial homebuyers have specific desires that real estate agents must acknowledge. It’s been trendy to bash millennials for their proclivities as a generation. There’s been a lot written about millennials: How much they’re tied to their electronic devices What they want in a job or career Why they’re seeking experiences over products In terms of…
Affordable housing in Asheville takes many forms. Everyone thinks of affordable housing as low-rent apartments placed near the railroad tracks or the highway or 10 miles out past the city limits. But affordable housing in Asheville doesn’t have to mean Section 8 housing. Far from it. In fact, affordable housing can refer to owning a…
When you’re ready, have no fear — there’s plenty of help out there for you – First Time Homebuyer Programs Buying a new home is a big undertaking. Going through the loan process makes it even more daunting. That’s one of the reasons you need the help of an experienced — and caring — mortgage…
Can you afford three percent down? In Asheville, NC, and in the Bay Area of Northern California, rents can be exorbitant. Many people don’t think they can afford a house, so they continue to make those high rental payments, putting money in someone else’s pocket. But if you can afford to put just three percent…
California Real Estate ~ Golden State homebuyers, sellers and lenders should take advantage of deals as they arise. The good news is that, after the worse drop since 1938, the U.S. economy has been growing steadily since 2010. Job growth has been stable as well, although it did stall this past September. Even with the…
Finding the Perfect House ~ First-time homebuyers should keep expectations low and acceptance levels high. After living in an apartment, a rented house, a dorm or your parents’ house, you decide the time is right to take the plunge and buy your first house. As a first-time homebuyer, the prospect of owning a house can…