Using Your Tax Refund To Achieve Your Homeownership Goals This Year

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on April 12, 2022. Posted in First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

If you’re buying or selling a home this year, you’re likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, you’re probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it. Either way, any money you get back from your taxes can help you achieve your goals. Using a tax refund is a common tactic for buyers and sellers. SmartAsset estimates the average American will receive a $2,897 tax refund this year. The map below provides a more detailed estimate by state: If...

Do You Know How Much Equity You Have in Your Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on April 9, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage, Move-Up Buyers.

Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. That’s because recent home price appreciation has increased your equity. Your equity grows as you pay down your loan and as your home increases in value. Over the past year, the average homeowner’s equity grew by $55,300. Ready to sell? Let’s connect to talk about how you can use that equity to fuel your next move. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

What You Can Expect from the Spring Housing Market

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2022. Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Interest Rates, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage, Pricing.

As the spring housing market kicks off, you likely want to know what you can expect this season when it comes to buying or selling a house. While there are multiple factors causing some uncertainty, including the conflict overseas, rising inflation, and the first rate increase from the Federal Reserve in over three years — the housing market seems to be relatively immune. Here’s a look at what experts say you can expect this spring. 1. Mortgage Rates Will Climb Freddie Mac reports the 30-year fixed mortgage rate has increased by more than a full point in the past six months. And despite some...

The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage.

Are you thinking about selling your house? If so, you may want to make it a priority to start the process soon. According to realtor.com, the sweet spot for sellers is just around the corner. In a recent study, experts analyzed housing market trends by looking at data from the past several years (excluding 2020, since it was an atypical year). When applied to the current market, experts determined the ideal week to list a house this year. The research says: “Home sellers on the fence waiting for that perfect moment to sell should start preparations, because the best time to list a home in...

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Infographics, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage.

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house this spring, here are some things you’ll want to tackle before you list. Spend your time on tasks that make it feel inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. To determine the full list of things you’ll want to tackle for your home, you need the opinion of a trusted expert. Let’s connect to help make sure your house shows well this season. Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters

The Average Homeowner Gained More Than $55K in Equity over the Past Year

Written by Jupiter Island Mortgage Syndicated User on March 30, 2022. Posted in For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Jupiter Island Florida Mortgage Rates, Jupiter Island Mortgage, Pricing.

If you’re a current homeowner, you should know your net worth just got a big boost. It comes in the form of rising home equity. Equity is the current value of your home minus what you owe on the loan. Today, you’re building that equity far faster than you may expect – and this gain is great news for you. Here’s how it happened. Home values are on the rise thanks to low housing supply and high buyer demand. Basically, there aren’t enough homes available to meet this high buyer interest, so bidding wars are driving home prices up. When you own a home, the rising prices mean your home is worth...

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