ERA Caputo Realty - NY Blog
Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help You Achieve HomeownershipFor many homebuyers, the thought of saving for a down payment can feel daunting, especially in today's market. That's why, when asked what they find most difficult in the homebuying process, some buyers say it's one of the hardest steps on the path to homeownership. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows:"For first-time home buyers, 29 percent said saving for a downpayment [sic] was th...
Mar 07, 2022
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Buying Your Home
Are Home Prices Continuing To Rise?Many analysts projected home price appreciation would slow dramatically in the fall of 2021 and then continue to soften throughout 2022. So far, that hasn't happened. The major price indices are all revealing ongoing double-digit price appreciation. Here's a look at their reports on year-over-year price appreciation for December:Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA): 17.6%S&P Case-Shiller: 18.8%CoreLogic: 18.5%To show that they're not seeing signs...
Mar 07, 2022
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Buying Your Home
Why It's Critical To Price Your House RightWhen you make a move, you want to sell your house for the highest price possible. That might be why many homeowners are eager to list in today's sellers' market. After all, with record-low inventory and high buyer demand, many homes are selling for more than asking price. Data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows 46% of homes are selling above list price today.But even in a market like we hav...
Mar 07, 2022
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Selling Your Home