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News update: Inflation
Since March 2020 when the economy was turned upside down, the Federal Reserve has been purchasing Mortgage-Backed Securities to hold...

Franny Yen
Feb 18, 20221 min read
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We May Not See a Ton of Foreclosures Soon
Despite having a banner year of housing market activity, the real estate industry could be in for a dose of reality once 2022 rolls in....

Franny Yen
Jan 20, 20221 min read
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Rent Is Spiking - It's Time to Buy
After dipping in spring 2020 at the start of the pandemic, rent prices are experiencing a huge increase, even surpassing pre-pandemic...

Franny Yen
Nov 22, 20211 min read
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How Many Homes Should I Tour Before I Place an Offer?
When you start your home search, you might feel completely overwhelmed. Buying a home is likely the most expensive purchase you'll ever...

Franny Yen
Oct 18, 20212 min read
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A Housing Shortage...For Now?
After a rough 2020, the housing market has rebounded in 2021. However, the major challenge that many homebuyers are finding is a lack of...

Franny Yen
Sep 20, 20211 min read
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What to Do During a Hot Market
It's sometimes difficult to determine if it's financially the best time to purchase a home. Throw in a thriving housing market, and you...

Franny Yen
Aug 18, 20212 min read
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Securing Your New Home in the Summer
At the start of 2021, the housing market experienced an increase in home prices combined with low inventory. Together, they created a...

Franny Yen
Jul 20, 20211 min read
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Dealing With Low Inventory
After dealing with the house-buying boom of 2020, spring 2021 has seen a slight housing inventory shortage. According to the National...

Franny Yen
Jun 18, 20212 min read
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Q&A: Can you qualify for a mortgage without credit?
QUESTION: How do you qualify for a mortgage with no credit? ANSWER: It is possible to obtain a mortgage if you have little or no credit,...

Franny Yen
May 18, 20212 min read
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Rent-to-Own Properties on the Rise
The demand for these types of properties has increased recently. While opting for a rent-to-own property looks good on paper, since you...

Franny Yen
Apr 20, 20211 min read
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Use Savings Buckets Beyond the Emergency Fund
Most of us have lived paycheck to paycheck at some point, creating some financial strain and worry that can be hard to overcome. As you...

Franny Yen
Mar 24, 20211 min read
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2021 Looking to Be a Seller's Market
2020 was a unique year, to say the least. Although many people struggled with a loss of income and other challenges, the real estate...

Franny Yen
Feb 16, 20211 min read
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Housing Market Continues to Soar Amid the On-Going Pandemic
No doubt, a constant theme throughout the COVID-19 pandemic has been the housing market which has continued to gain steam. As we move...

Franny Yen
Jan 19, 20211 min read
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Why Is the Market Thriving During a Pandemic?
With the country dealing with the deadly COVID-19 pandemic, why is the housing market thriving? Even with the deadliest pandemic to hit...

Franny Yen
Dec 21, 20201 min read
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3 Things to Consider During This Fall Homebuying Season
Traditionally, fall has been a much quieter season for homebuying. However, that changed with the onset of the novel coronavirus. Until...

Franny Yen
Nov 27, 20202 min read
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How to Get the Best Mortgage Rate
We are seeing the lowest mortgage rates in American history. Incredible opportunities are being afforded to millions of existing and...

Franny Yen
Oct 23, 20201 min read
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Understanding Escrow
Homebuyers dream about saying those magic words -- "We're in escrow!" -- but might wonder what escrow means and what purpose it serves....

Franny Yen
Sep 25, 20201 min read
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Housing News: Millennial Homebuyers
Millennials are one of the fastest-growing demographics in the housing market, and with this growth have come several changes to the way...

Franny Yen
Aug 18, 20202 min read
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What to Watch: Housing Market Shows Growth
Although the underlying concern with COVID-19 remains a factor, buyers are still returning to their much-anticipated home searches. Here...

Franny Yen
Jul 17, 20201 min read
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Curbside Appeal: Does It Matter?
Curb appeal, or the look and feel of a house when looking at it from the street, tells homebuyers a lot about a home before they even...

Franny Yen
Jun 17, 20201 min read
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