HOW TO BUILD WEALTH THE SMART WAY! “Winning at money is 80 percent behavior and 20 percent head knowledge.” – Dave Ramsey Would you like to become wealthier and leave a financial legacy? Although there’s no proven way to get rich quick, there are three timeless principles you can follow to begin to build your fortune over time. … Read more
THE NEW TAX LAW AT A GLANCE Tax season is upon us, whether you’re ready or not. Since so many new regulations take effect this tax return, you may be wondering how you’ll keep it all straight. Why do your taxes yourself when you can hire a pro to do them for you? Here you’ll … Read more
What is the Cost of Waiting Until Next Year to Buy? Some Highlights: The cost of waiting to buy is defined as the additional funds it would take to buy a home if prices & interest rates were to increase over a period of time. Freddie Mac predicts interest rates to rise to 5.1% by … Read more
As we kick off the new year, many families have made resolutions to enter the housing market in 2019. Whether you are thinking of finally ditching your landlord and buying your first home or selling your starter house to move into your forever home, there are two pieces of the real estate puzzle you need … Read more
WHAT IF I WAIT A YEAR TO BUY A HOME? National home prices have increased by 5.4% since this time last year. Over that same time period, interest rates have remained near historic lows which has allowed many buyers to enter the market and lock in low rates. As a seller, you will likely be most concerned … Read more
ACHIEVE YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS IN 2019 The New Year is less than a month away; however, the best time to set goals for 2019 is now. If you’re like many people, you may wish to create goals pertaining to your finances, whether you wish to keep more of what you earn or achieve financial freedom … Read more
Where Are Interest Rates Headed in 2019? The interest rate you pay on your home mortgage has a direct impact on your monthly payment. The higher the rate, the greater the payment will be. That is why it is important to know where rates are headed when deciding to start your home search. Below is … Read more
3 THINGS HOMEOWNERS ARE THANKFUL FOR As a homeowner, there are many things to be thankful for. For example, as home values increase, so does your family’s wealth. If you’re interested in finding out all the benefits of homeownership, let’s get together today! SOURCE: Simplifying the Market ABOUT ERIC MATZ: As a professional … Read more
Why Has Housing Supply Increased as Sales Have Slowed Down? According to the latest Existing Home Sales Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the inventory of homes for sale this year compared to last year has increased for the last four months, all while sales of existing homes have slowed compared to last year’s numbers. For over … Read more
5 TIPS WHEN BUYING A NEWLY CONSTRUCTED HOME The lack of existing inventory for sale has forced many home buyers to begin looking at new construction. When you buy a newly constructed home instead of an existing home, there are many extra steps that must take place. To ensure a hassle-free process, here are 5 … Read more