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  • 2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring

    2 Things Sellers Need To Know This Spring,                    KCM Crew

    A lot has changed over the past year, and you might be wondering what’s in store for the spring housing market. 

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  • Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?

    Could a Multigenerational Home Be the Right Fit for You?,                    KCM Crew

    During the pandemic, many of us reexamined the meaning of home for ourselves and our loved ones. 

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  • Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?

    Is It Really Better To Rent Than To Own a Home Right Now?,                    KCM Crew

    You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s better to rent right now than it is to own your home. But before you let that impact your decisions, you should understand what these claims are based on.

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  • Where Will You Go After You Sell Your House? [INFOGRAPHIC]

    Where Will You Go After You Sell Your House? [INFOGRAPHIC],                    KCM Crew

    Some Highlights If you’re thinking of selling your house, be sure to explore all the options you have for your next home. Both newly built homes and existing homes offer plenty of unique benefits.

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  • Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners

    Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners,                    KCM Crew

    Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates.

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  • An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House

    An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House,                    KCM Crew

    If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the market is changing and what it means for you. Here are five reasons working with a professional can ensure you’ll get the most out of your sale.

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  • What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates

    What You Should Know About Rising Mortgage Rates,                    KCM Crew

    After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase a home this year, you too may

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  • One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home

    One Major Benefit of Investing in a Home,                    KCM Crew

    One of the many reasons to buy a home is that it’s a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability. According to Freddie Mac:

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  • Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC]

    Checklist for Selling Your House This Spring [INFOGRAPHIC],                    KCM Crew

    Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, there are specific things you can add to your to-do list. These include decluttering, taking down personal photos and items, and power washing outdoor surfaces.

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  • How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality

    How To Make Your Dream of Homeownership a Reality,                    KCM Crew

    According to a recent Harris Poll survey, 8 in 10 Americans say buying a home is a priority, and 28 million Americans actually plan to buy within the next 12 months. Homeownership provides many financial and nonfinancial benefits, so that interest is understandable.

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  • A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option

    A Smaller Home Could Be Your Best Option,                    KCM Crew

    Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of

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  • The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now

    The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now,                    KCM Crew

    The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply:

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  • Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance

    Spring into Action: Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal with Expert Guidance,                    KCM Crew

    To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different feel. There are more homes for sale than there were at this time last year, but inventory is still historically low. So, if a house has been sitting on the market

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  • The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

    The Spring Housing Market Could Be a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC],                    KCM Crew

    Some Highlights The biggest challenge in the housing market is how few houses there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. The number of homes for sale is up from last year but below pre-pandemic numbers, and that means we’re still in a sellers’ market.

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  • Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices?

    Wondering What’s Going on with Home Prices?,                    KCM Crew

    The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you should know about today’s home prices.

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  • Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?

    Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?,                    KCM Crew

    If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built.

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  • Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership

    Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership,                    KCM Crew

    No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly yours.

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  • What You Should Know About Closing Costs

    What You Should Know About Closing Costs,                    KCM Crew

    Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closing cos

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  • How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]

    How To Win as a Buyer in Today’s Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC],                    KCM Crew

    Some Highlights In today’s housing market, you can still be the champion if you have the right team and strategy. To win as a buyer, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd.

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  • Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash

    Why Today’s Housing Market Isn’t Headed for a Crash,                    KCM Crew

    67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing like it was before the housi

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