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    • You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash

      You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash,                    KCM Crew

      Have you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible.

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    • Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now.

      Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now.,                    KCM Crew

      When your house doesn’t sell, it doesn’t just feel frustrating – it feels personal. 

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    • Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal?

      Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal?,                    KCM Crew

      After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. 

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    • The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective

      The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective,                    KCM Crew

      Headlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets.

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    • Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help

      Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help,                    KCM Crew

      If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and programs out there that can help – if you know where to look.

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    • The Big Difference Between a Homeowner’s and a Renter’s Net Worth

      The Big Difference Between a Homeowner’s and a Renter’s Net Worth,                    KCM Crew

      Homeownership is one of the best ways to build wealth in our country and it’s easy to see why. 

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    • The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell

      The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell,                    KCM Crew

      Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house looks its best when you sell. 

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    • Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?

      Understanding Today’s Mortgage Rates: Is 3% Coming Back?,                    KCM Crew

      A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates were never meant to last. 

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    • Why Buying Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment

      Why Buying Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment,                    KCM Crew

      Lately, it feels like every headline about the housing market comes with a side of doubt. 

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    • Newly Built Homes May Be Less Expensive Than You Think

      Newly Built Homes May Be Less Expensive Than You Think,                    KCM Crew

      Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again.

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    • Home Projects That Add the Most Value

      Home Projects That Add the Most Value,                    KCM Crew

      Whether you’re planning to move soon or not, you want to be strategic about which home projects you take on. Because not all of them will be worth it.

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    • Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home?

      Is It Better To Rent or Buy a Home?,                    KCM Crew

      You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now?

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    • The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market

      The Secret To Selling Your House in Today’s Market,                    KCM Crew

      A few years ago, homes were flying off the shelves and getting multiple offers well over their asking price.

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    • Many Veterans Don’t Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit

      Many Veterans Don’t Know about This VA Home Loan Benefit,                    KCM Crew

      For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home.

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    • Common Real Estate Terms Explained

      Common Real Estate Terms Explained,                    KCM Crew

      If you're a first-time homebuyer, chances are you'll come across some terms you’re not familiar with.

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    • Real Estate Is Voted the Best Long-Term Investment 12 Years in a Row

      Real Estate Is Voted the Best Long-Term Investment 12 Years in a Row,                    KCM Crew

      If you’ve been trying to decide if it makes sense to buy a home today, connect with an agent to talk about the programs that can help you become a homeowner.

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    • Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Read This First.

      Thinking about an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Read This First.,                    KCM Crew

      If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably felt the sting of today’s mortgage rates.

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    • More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign – It's Your Buying Opportunity

      More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign – It's Your Buying Opportunity,                    KCM Crew

      Maybe you’ve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high.

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    • What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees

       What Buyers Need To Know About Homeowners Association Fees,                    KCM Crew

      When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees.

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    • You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home

      You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home,                    KCM Crew

      If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time.

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