Key Takeaways: The headlines about declining housing affordability are correct—but they’re not taking into account inflation rates. Buying a home is actually more affordable today compared to almost every year in the last five decades, which means you can afford homeownership. Here at Linda Craft & Team, we want all our clients to take advantage […]
Key Takeaways: There are many home-buying myths that intimidate young buyers—and we’re here today to debunk these damaging myths. Buying a home is more affordable today compared to historical averages, which means you may be able to afford more home than you think. Here at Linda Craft & Team, we understand that being a young […]
Key Takeaways: Buying a home is more affordable today compared to the historical average, partially due to unprecedented low mortgage rates. Waiting to purchase a home could cost you money in the long run, especially if your rent payments are impacted by inflation. Linda Craft & Team wants you to know that you can afford […]
Despite economic instability and a sense of general uncertainty that has hung heavy in the air since early 2020, the real estate market has been booming. Rock-bottom interest rates have caused buyer demand to soar, which in turn has pushed home prices skyward at surprising rates. And rising prices also mean rising home equity—which has […]
For generations, homeownership has been a pivotal part of the American Dream. Owning a home is one of the best ways to build financial security, and it can exponentially increase your wealth over time. Even as prices continue to skyrocket, low interest rates have made buying a home more affordable. If you’re currently renting, we […]
There’s a reason homeownership has long been a critical pillar of the American Dream—and it’s not just about the white picket fence. Many economists will tell you that buying a home is one of the savviest financial investments you can make. So does that mean wealth is the #1 benefit of homeownership? Financial Wealth: The […]
Over the past few months, those of us in the Raleigh area have been under pretty strict stay-at-home orders, and many of us have been working from home or have been out of work entirely. Life may have been put on pause, but real estate hasn’t taken a rest. In fact, a recent study by […]
Buying a home comes with a lot of perks, both financial and personal—building equity, finding a place to belong long-term, becoming part of a community—but there are some overlooked financial advantages to homeownership, too. Financial Advantages to Owning You Didn’t Know About If you’re still renting or haven’t owned a home recently, you might not […]
If you’re looking for the most surefire way to build your wealth, become a homeowner. We’ve blogged about this in the past, but it really is one of the most effective (and simplest) ways to build your wealth for the long term. The majority of homeowners take out a mortgage loan to buy their home. […]