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3 Advantages of Buying a Newly Built Home Today - Infographic highlighting three benefits of buying a newly constructed home: (1) More options—1 in 5 homes on the market are new builds, (2) Better pricing—38% of builders cut prices in July, and (3) Lower mortgage rates—newly built homes typically offer rates about 0.5% lower than existing homes due to builder incentives. Includes a chart showing average 30-year mortgage rates by home type from 2015–2024. Sources: Census, NAHB, NAR, Realtor.com. Realtor contact information included at the bottom.

3 Advantages of Buying a Newly Built Home Today

Prices, rates, and finding the right home are three of the biggest challenges for buyers today. You may find better luck with all 3 if you look at newly built homes. There are more available. Builders are more flexible on prices right now. And people who buy new homes tend to get lower rates in this market thanks to the incentives builders can offer. Let’s connect if you want to see the new builds...

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in. “I’ll never save enough.” “I need a small fortune just to get started.” “I guess I’ll just rent forever.” Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And you’re definitely not out of luck. Here’s the thing: a lot of what you’ve heard about down payments just...

What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

According toFannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed. Let that sink in. That means most homebuyers think they need better credit than they actually do – and maybe you’re one of them. And that could make you think buying a home is out of reach for you right now, even if that’s not...

Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets

Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets

Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right now. The truth is, local markets are starting to move in different directions. In some places, buyers are calling the shots. In others, sellers still hold the power. It’s a tale of two markets. What’s a Buyer’s Market vs. a Seller’s Market? In a buyer’s market, there are more homes for sale and not...

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025

If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert forecasts suggest for the rest of 2025 – and what these shifts could mean for you. Will Home Prices Fall? Many buyers are hoping home prices will come down soon. And recent headlines about prices dipping in some areas...

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you jump to conclusions, it’s important to look at the full picture. Yes, foreclosure starts are up 7% in the first six months of the year. But zooming...

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

The Latest Mortgage Rate Forecasts

If you’re tempted to delay your move in hope that mortgage rates will come down, you may want to rethink that strategy based on the latest forecast. Experts say mortgage rates are projected to stay in the 6s this year. So don’t expect a big drop. If you want to talk about what this means for your move, let's connect. As forecasts change, having an expert who can keep you updated is...

Graph showing Dallas-Fort Worth home prices down over 5% YoY. Contact Paul Garrison, REALTOR® at JPAR for local market guidance.

📉 Dallas-Fort Worth Home Prices Are Dropping: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

The latest national data have just confirmed something many of us in the DFW market have been sensing: home prices across the metroplex are cooling off, and in some areas, they are declining significantly. In fact, from May 2024 to May 2025, home prices in Dallas dropped over 5%, and Fort Worth saw a 4.5% decline. That puts both cities among the top 10 metro areas with the biggest price drops...

Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why. There are more brand-new homes available right now than there were even just a few months ago. According to the most recent data from the Census and the...