Renting an apartment or a house keeps getting more and more expensive every year and has for decades. Are you tired of throwing money away on rent? Owning a home allows you to lock-in a monthly payment for the life of your loan, typically 15 to 30 years. And you build equity the entire time. When you rent, none of that money will ever come back to you. It's gone! https://youtu.be/yci3PD1AVYk If...
There’s a common misconception that younger generations aren’t interested in homeownership. Many people point to the fact that millennials put off purchasing their first home as a reason for this belief. Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist for First American, explains why millennials have put off certain milestones linked to homeownership. Those delays led to their homeownership rates trailing...
It’s no secret that one of the top stories in today’s real estate market is low housing supply and high buyer demand. If you’re a first-time buyer looking for a starter home or are someone who’s interested in downsizing, it may be worth considering a condominium (condo) as a worthwhile option. In fact, trends indicate condos are gaining popularity among buyers. In the latest Existing Homes Sales...
The 2008 housing crash is still fresh in the memories of Atlantans and people all across the country. Housing prices took a nose dive, builders and developers went out of business, and homeowners who needed to sell were not able to find buyers who would pay what they needed. Many homeowners found themselves owing more on their home than it was worth. As the Atlanta and nationwide real estate market has...
Recently, homeowners have held onto their homes for longer amounts of time than in previous periods. What this means is that you have accumulated more equity than you probably realize. And with the increase in home prices in 2021, you are now sitting on a valuable asset. Your home is probably worth more than you think, and your equity could be substantial. What can you do with that equity? How about...
With forbearance plans about to come to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures like what happened after the housing bubble 15 years ago. Here are four reasons why that won’t happen. 1. There are fewer homeowners in trouble this time After the last housing crash, about 9.3 million households lost their home to a foreclosure, short sale, or because they...
Owning your own home has long been called The American Dream. In 2021, that Dream is still very much alive! Homeownership provides so many great benefits including financial advantages. But what is interesting is that 6 of the top 9 benefits named by homeowners were NOT financial. What are your reasons to pursue the American dream of owning a home? At Kurzner Group, we would love to help you reach...
Over the past year, many homeowners realized what they need in a home is changing, especially with the rise in remote work. If you’re longing for a dedicated home office or a change in scenery, now may be the time to find the home that addresses your evolving needs. Working from Home Isn’t a Passing Fad Before the pandemic, only 21% of individuals worked from home. However, if you’ve recently...
Building a home is very different from buying an existing home. Now, this doesn't mean you get out in the dirt and start pounding nails! No, this just means you contract with a home builder who will do all the heavy lift and nailing for you, as they build exactly the house you want. It takes time to build a house, but you are often able to get special personalized touches added to your house since you...
You may have heard some tales about how much money you need to put down as a down payment on a house. You probably got some bad information! And that's good news because the amount you heard is probably much more than you actually need to buy a home. Watch this below to bust the House Down Payment Myth. https://youtu.be/KAKiPa-32hs Kurzner Group is ready to help you understand how much you need...