Home Buyer Resources

Resources and information for new and repeat home buyers.

Home Buyer Resources 2024 Real Estate Market Trends Welcome to the real estate world of 2024, where the market continues to evolve, presenting both challenges and exciting opportunities for investors, buyers, and sellers alike. In this blog post, we’ll explore the current trends shaping the real estate industry and provide insights to help you make informed decisions in this dynamic environment.     […]
CB Cares The History of Fair Housing Celebrating 55 Years of Fair Housing This month, we celebrate the 55th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act. For much of American history, discriminatory housing practices were widely accepted and even part of the law in some states. Through the tireless efforts of many advocacy groups over decades, those practices were made illegal on April […]
Home Buyer Resources Why Market Share Matters: Choosing the Right Real Estate Brokerage for Success Real estate is a competitive industry, and choosing the right brokerage to work with can make a significant difference in your success as an agent. One essential factor to consider when selecting a brokerage is their market share.   Market share refers to the percentage of sales or listings in a particular area that a […]
Home Buyer Resources Coldwell Banker Heritage: Leading the Way in Luxury Home Sales If you’re in the market for a luxury home, you want to work with a brokerage that knows how to market and sell high-end properties. At Coldwell Banker Heritage, we have the experience and expertise you need to make your luxury home sale a success. We’re proud to say that we sell more luxury homes […]
Home Buyer Resources Home Trend Predictions for 2021 If the past year taught us anything it was the importance of home. After so much time spent indoors it’s understandable that everyone is taking a long look around their space and are ready for a change, and they’re not alone. As we settle further into 2021, we take our new perspective and appreciation for […]
Home Buyer Resources Assumable Mortgages: How They Can Benefit You in a Rising Rate Market Assumable mortgages are a type of mortgage loan that allows a buyer to assume the existing mortgage of the seller. The buyer takes over the remaining balance of the mortgage and continues making payments to the lender. The interest rate, terms, and payments remain the same as the original mortgage. Assumable mortgages can be either […]
Home Buyer Resources Higher Interest Rates Won’t Stop the Benefits of Homeownership: Why Buying a Home is Still a Good Investment Purchasing a home is one of the biggest investments that most people will make in their lifetime. While rising interest rates can make buying a home more expensive, it is still a good investment for several reasons. In this blog, we’ll explore why it’s still a good investment to purchase a home, even with higher […]
Home Buyer Resources Stress-Reduction Tips for a Long Distance Move Last year 31 million people chose to move, and 9.5% of them moved across states. If you’re like one of these 3 million movers and plan to move across the state, then it’s not hard to imagine the stress that an interstate move would pose! From the search to packing to moving – many things […]
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Home Buyer Resources Tips for Gig Workers Looking to Purchase a Home Over the past few years, jobs in the “gig economy” have become increasingly popular. Uber/Lyft drivers, pet sitters and dog walkers, freelancers, influencers, DoorDash/Grubhub drivers. The list goes on. Having the freedom to create your own schedule is exciting and enticing to those looking for a non-traditional 9-5 job. But if you are in the […]
Home Buyer Resources Questions to consider when listing For Sale By Owner Owning a home is a great achievement for anyone. Your home should be something to be proud of. That’s why when it comes to selling, you may be interested in going for the For Sale By Owner route. While selling your home yourself is very rewarding, it also comes with a lot of challenges. Here are six […]
Home Buyer Resources 5 Common Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home Buying a home is one of the most significant investments you’ll make in your lifetime. It’s essential to do your research and avoid common mistakes to ensure that you make the best decision for your financial future. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the most common mistakes to avoid when buying a home.   […]
Home Buyer Resources Mortgage Loan Options to Consider in 2023 Buying a home is a significant financial decision, and securing a mortgage loan is an essential part of the home buying process. However, with so many loan options available, it can be challenging to know which one is best for you. In 2023, there are a few home loan options to consider.   Conventional Loan […]
CB Cares To Airbnb Or Not To Be? Should You Rent Your Home Out On Airbnb? Do you have a spare room or an empty floor on your house? Well, perhaps you have thought about renting this space out on Airbnb or a similar service. It seems like a no brainer as you basically get paid for others to house sit for you. […]
Home Buyer Resources 4 Reasons the Highest Offer Didn’t Win the House You have gone through the process of pre-approval, and you have searched to find the perfect home. You love this home, so you decide to put in an offer above the asking price. Your realtor sends your offer to the listing agent, and you wait patiently for a response. Finally, after the seller has reviewed […]