Buying

Feb. 27, 2020

How Much “Housing Wealth” Can You Build in a Decade?

How Much “Housing Wealth” Can You Build in a Decade?

How Much “Housing Wealth” Can You Build in a Decade? | MyKCM

Earlier this month, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) released a special study titled Single-Family Home Price Gains by Years of Tenure. The study estimates median home price appreciation over the last 30 years based on the length of ...

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Feb. 17, 2020

The Overlooked Financial Advantages of Homeownership

The Overlooked Financial Advantages of Homeownership

The Overlooked Financial Advantages of Homeownership | MyKCM

There are many clear financial benefits to owning a home: increasing equity, building net worth, growing appreciation, and more. If you’re a renter, it’s never too early to make a plan for how homeownership can propel you toward a stronger future. Here’s a dive ...

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Jan. 6, 2020

Why Buy a home this Year 2020

3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year

3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year | MyKCM

Outside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher wages, there are three more great reasons why you may want to consider buying your dream home this year instead of waiting.

1. Buying a Home is a Great Investment

Several reports ...

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Nov. 1, 2019

5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home

5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home

5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home

Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process.1

Buying a home is ...

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Aug. 5, 2019

5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home

5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home

 

In our “bigger is better” culture, there’s an expectation that each home should be larger and grander than the last. But life changes like divorce, kids leaving for college, or even the simple act of growing older can prompt us to find a smaller home that better suits our ...

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April 15, 2019

Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers

First Time Home Buyers Tips

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice from family and friends. Add to that the constant stream of TV shows, news segments, and social media posts that over-simplify the home buying process for easy entertainment.

 

With so much information to sift through ...

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March 6, 2019

What’s Your Home Actually Worth?

What's Your Home Actually Worth?
Discover What Buyers Will Pay in Today’s Market

 

 

It’s easy to look up how much money you have in your savings account or the real-time value of your stock investments. But determining the dollar value of a home is trickier.

 

As a seller, knowing your home’s worth ...

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Nov. 15, 2018

'Tis the Season: 5 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home

'Tis the Season: 5 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buyer or Sell a Home

 

It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. 

 

This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers away and that no one is looking ...

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Oct. 17, 2018

"How's the Market?"

How's the Market?

 

While no one can predict the future with certainty, most experts expect to see modest growth in the U.S. housing market for the remainder of this year and next. Inventory will remain tight, mortgage rates will continue to creep up, and affordability will remain a major issue in ...

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Sept. 21, 2018

Are You Covered? A Homeowner's Insurance Guide

 

Homeowner's Insurance Guide

 

No one likes to think about disasters. Severe weather, fire, theft—or even a seemingly small issue like a broken pipe—can wreak havoc on your home and result in thousands of dollars in damages. Fortunately, a good homeowners insurance policy can offer you peace of mind that you and ...

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