Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: January 25, 2022, 11:00 amMany members of Generation Z (Gen Z) are aging into adulthood and deciding whether to rent or buy a home. If you find yourself in this group, it’s important to understand you’re never too young to start thinking about homeownership. The sooner you start planning, […]
Advice for First-Generation Homebuyers
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: December 14, 2021, 11:00 amThe sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that feeling of accomplishment is even greater. That’s because the pride of homeownership for first-generation buyers extends far beyond the homebuyer. AJ Barkley, Head of Neighborhood and Community […]
Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?
Article by: Simplifying the Market™Originally Published: September 22, 2021, 10:00 amThere’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price for your down payment. In fact, a recent survey by Lending Tree asks what is keeping consumers from purchasing a home. For over half of […]