One of the first steps in your homebuying journey is getting pre-approved. To understand why it’s such an important step, you need to understand what pre-approval is and what it does for you.
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Whether you’re already a homeowner or you’re looking to become one, the recent headlines about home prices may leave you with more questions than answers.
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The recent pullback in mortgage rates is great news – but if you’re ready to buy now, holding out for 3% is a mistake.
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It doesn’t matter if you’re someone who closely follows the economy or not, chances are you’ve heard whispers of an upcoming recession. Economic conditions are determined by a broad range of factors, so rather than explaining them each in depth, let’s lean on the experts and what history tells us to see what could lie ahead.
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Transform your home into a beautifully designed space -- without the spendy price tag.
Home improvement pros and DIYers tout a fresh coat of paint as a favorite among low-cost home upgrades that can make a huge impact. But what else can you do to accessorize and decorate? Sometimes the little things can make a bigger difference than you'd think.
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Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And if you’ve been following along, you may have heard there’s a growing number of homeowners with negative equity. But don’t let those headlines scare you.
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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, nationally the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home sales, and moderated home prices. But what about 2023? And what about our local market?
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The 2022 housing market has been defined by two key things: inflation and rapidly rising mortgage rates. And in many ways, it's put the market into a reset position. However, keep in mind that the Bismarck Mandan housing market does respond differently than what happens at the national level.
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