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Feb. 15, 2023

Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home?

Should You Consider Buying a Newly Built Home? | MyKCM

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built.

The Number of Newly Built Homes Is …

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Feb. 8, 2023

Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years

Number of Homes for Sale Up from Last Year, but Below Pre-Pandemic Years | MyKCM

The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, this is a great time to …

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Feb. 2, 2023

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023

Experts Forecast a Turnaround in the Housing Market in 2023 | MyKCM

We've all seen the housing market go through a lot of change recently. Much of that resulting from the quick rise in mortgage rates last year.

Now, in early 2023, there are signs of a turn around. Home price appreciation is slowing from the recent frenzy, mortgage …

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Jan. 31, 2023

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market

Lower Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back to the Market | MyKCM

Last year, the activity in the housing market slowed as the mortgage rates rose. As a result, homes started seeing fewer offers and stayed on the market longer. For some homeowners, that meant pressing pause on selling their home. 

Now, however, rates are beginning to come down—and 

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Jan. 20, 2023

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC]

What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Some Highlights

  • If you’re thinking about selling your house, recent headlines about home prices falling month-over-month may have you second guessing your decision—but perspective matters.
  • While home prices are down slightly month-over-month in some markets, home values are still up almost 10% nationally on a …
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Jan. 10, 2023

The Truth About Negative Home Equity Headlines

The Truth About Negative Home Equity Headlines | MyKCM

Home equity has been a hot topic in real estate news lately. And if you’ve been following along, you may have heard there’s a growing number of homeowners with negative equityBut don’t let those headlines scare you.

In truth, the headlines don’t give you all …

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Jan. 9, 2023

What Experts Are Saying About the 2023 Housing Market

Mini houses in a row

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home soon, you probably want to know what you can expect from the housing market this year. In 2022, the market underwent a major shift as economic uncertainty and higher mortgage rates reduced buyer demand, slowed the pace of home …

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Dec. 29, 2022

Planning To Sell Your House? It’s Critical To Hire a Pro.

Realtor consulting with customers

With higher mortgage rates and moderating buyer demand, conditions in the housing market are different today. And if you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to understand how the market has changed and what that means for you. The best way to make sure you’re …

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Dec. 12, 2022

What Every Seller Should Know About Home Prices

What Every Seller Should Know About Home Prices | MyKCM

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, recent headlines about home prices may be top of mind. And if those stories have you wondering what that means for your home’s value, here’s what you really need to know.

What’s Really Happening …

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Dec. 7, 2022

Key Advantages of Buying a Home Today

Key Advantages of Buying a Home Today | MyKCM

There’s no doubt buying a home today is different than it was over the past couple of years, and believe it or not, the shift in the market has led to some advantages for buyers today. Right now, there are specific reasons that make this housing market attractive …

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