Two Big Myths in the Homebuying Process

Tuesday March 17th, 2020Monday March 16th, 2020 KCM Crew 6 Comments

The 2020 Millennial Home Buyer Report shows how this generation is not really any different from previous ones when it comes to homeownership goals: (more…)

Confidence Is the Key to Success for Young Homebuyers

Wednesday March 11th, 2020Thursday March 26th, 2020 KCM Crew 5 Comments

Buying your first home can seem overwhelming. Thankfully, there’s a lot of great information out there to help you feel more confident as you learn about the process. For those in younger generations who aspire to buy, here are three things to consider sooner rather than later in your journey: (more…)

The Many Benefits of Aging in a Community

Wednesday February 19th, 2020Tuesday February 18th, 2020 KCM Crew 6 Comments

There’s comfort in being around people who share common interests, goals, and challenges. That comfort in a community doesn’t wane with age – it actually deepens. Whether it’s proudly talking about grandchildren or lamenting the fact that our eyes aren’t as good as they used to be, it helps to be around people who not only understand what we’re saying but actually feel the same joys and concerns as well. (more…)

How Trusted Professionals Make Homebuying Easier to Understand

Tuesday February 18th, 2020Monday February 17th, 2020 KCM Crew 8 Comments

In the spring, many excited buyers get ready to enter the housing market. Others continue dreaming about the homes they’d like to buy. The truth is, many potential buyers continue to dream longer than they need to, simply because they’re confused about the homebuying process. Thankfully, working with a trusted real estate professional can help ease those concerns and make the process to homeownership much easier to understand. (more…)

Homeownership Rate on the Rise to a 6-Year High

Tuesday February 11th, 2020Tuesday February 11th, 2020 KCM Crew 6 Comments

Regardless of the lack of inventory on the market, the U.S. homeownership rate has climbed to a 6-year high. The United States Census Bureau reported that it increased to 65.1% in the fourth quarter of 2019, representing the highest level in the past six years. See the graph below: (more…)

Does “Aging in Place” Make the Most Sense?

Wednesday February 5th, 2020Thursday March 26th, 2020 KCM Crew 7 Comments

A desire among many seniors is to “age in place.” (more…)

How to Avoid a Gender Gap When Investing in the Housing Market

Tuesday February 4th, 2020Thursday January 30th, 2020 KCM Crew 6 Comments

When buying a home, we all want to feel like we’re making the right decision, paying a fair price, and making the best investment of our lives. According to a recent gender-based study, men and women can unknowingly walk away with very different financial outcomes when the deal closes. Thankfully, if you follow some simple ways to arm yourself with the information you need to prepare in advance, you’re more likely to feel like you’ve won when the keys to your new house are in your pocket. (more…)

Should I Sell My House This Year?

Tuesday January 28th, 2020Monday January 27th, 2020 KCM Crew 6 Comments

If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is, “Should I sell my house this year?” the current Housing Opportunities and Market Experience (HOME) Survey from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) should boost your confidence as it relates to the current selling sentiment in the housing market. Even with all the information overload in the media circling around talk of a possible recession, the upcoming 2020 election, and more, Americans feel good about selling a house now. That’s some news to get excited about! (more…)