Home Buying

Resources for purchasing property and homes

Is Inflation Good for Real Estate?

Inflation can be good news for property owners if home prices rise faster than the inflation rate and if you have a fixed-rate mortgage.

Manuel MartinezMar 15, 2022
There Is No Shortage Of New Homes

New home sales are lagging because of higher prices due to labor shortage and supply chain delays, affordability for first-time buyers, and inflation

Manuel MartinezFeb 10, 2022
Rent vs Mortgage Costs – It’s Complicated

Is renting more or less expensive than ownership or vice versa

Manuel MartinezFeb 2, 2022
FED to Act in Moderation When Increasing Interest Rates

The Fed wants to increase interest rates but with moderation and not too quickly. Because the economy is fragile, and they want to avoid a recession

Manuel MartinezOct 11, 2021
Impact of Remote Work & Work-from-Home Trend on Real Estate

Employee education, leverage and business realities will affect remote workers and work from home policies. This will also have an impact on real estate.

Manuel MartinezOct 1, 2021
Renters Get New Credit Opportunity

Fannie Mae’s innovative approach to mortgage qualification using direct access to bank records offers renters a chance to have their consistent payment history recognized, bridging the credit gap and empowering aspiring homeowners.

Manuel MartinezAug 24, 2021
Real Estate: A Fresh Look At Rent-Vs.-Buy

“Renting Is Cheaper Than Buying, Almost Everywhere,” said a recent headline in The New York Times. The paper of record explains that “according to a new study, renting costs less per month in the 50 largest metropolitan areas in the United States.” On a monthly cash basis, it can no doubt be cheaper to rent […]

Manuel MartinezAug 10, 2021
Will Mortgage Rates Rise Because of the Fed’s New Inflation Policy?

After much speculation, the Federal Reserve has decided to move on interest rates. Not decisively, not rashly, and maybe not at all. Instead, the Fed has announced the possibility of two interest rate hikes by the end of 2023 while at the same time explaining they might not be necessary. Does this seem contradictory? You […]

Manuel MartinezJun 25, 2021
How to Negotiate a Purchase Agreement of a Pre-Foreclosed Home

Are you looking to buy a pre-foreclosure home? Get help negotiating a purchase agreement so you can buy below market.

Manuel MartinezAug 27, 2020
North Carolina Foreclosure Laws

North Carolina Foreclosure Laws

Manuel MartinezJun 6, 2019