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Midwest housing markets good for first-time homebuyers: Zillow

Housing Wire

Against that backdrop, Zillow identified prime markets for first-time homebuyers , and half of them were nestled in the Midwest. “Attractive homes are moving fast, so those looking to buy this spring should get their finances in order now, including getting pre-approved for a home loan.

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5 tips for buying a home in a seller’s housing market

Housing Wire

There’s no doubt we’re in a seller’s housing market. With inventory at record lows, demand surging and prices on the rise, buying — even just finding — a home in today’s market is quite the challenge. Are you hoping to buy a home in 2021’s hot housing market ? A homebuyer’s guide to a competitive housing market.

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DataDigest: The pandemic housing frenzy never went away in these markets

Housing Wire

You may have heard the good news: In recent weeks, several mortgage and real estate brokerage execs have exclaimed that we may have already reached the bottom of the market. But there are still ultra-competitive markets in America where those conditions will simply be offset by rising prices. Sign up here !

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Buying a New Construction Home

Windemere Buying

With existing homes, it’s in sellers’ best interest to spruce up their properties, so they’ll usually complete some kind of upgrades, curb appeal projects, and remodeling before hitting the market. A new construction home, however, has no previous owner; it comes brand new. What is a new construction home?

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Transform your real estate career overnight in 8 easy steps

Housing Wire

The market is their playing field—unpredictable and full of challenges. Just like athletes, real estate professionals must stay in top form, learning new plays and adapting to the game’s ever-changing dynamics. Know Your Market Inside and Out Study the market relentlessly on a daily basis. Know it better than anyone else!

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New Year, New Home? 9 Myths About Buying a New-Construction House That Actually Aren’t True

Realtor.com

Getty Images Many first-time homebuyers might shy away from the prospect of buying a brand-new home, assuming: It will cost too much. While purchasing new construction is indeed different from purchasing previously owned property, many misconceptions abound about new builds. New construction homes are more expensive.

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New Construction Buyers: Results from the Zillow Consumer Housing Trends Report 2023

Zillow Market Reports

Executive Summary A global pandemic, historic economic change and an unprecedented shift in the housing market have been hallmarks of the past few years. Information about who new construction buyers are in 2023 can equip consumers with the tools they need to make informed decisions in the current housing market landscape.