First Time Home Buyer

March 15, 2024

Market Update March 15 2024

MARKET UPDATE

SURFSIDE BEACH, GARDEN CITY BEACH, & MURRELLS INLET

According to data made available by the Coastal Carolinas Association of REALTORS, the rolling three-month average Surfside Beach single-family home price was down 4.7 percent at $502,428, and the average townhouse/condo price was up 34.7 percent at $280 ...

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Dec. 11, 2023

Buyer Market Update Dec 11, 2023

Buyer Market Update

by Loretta Terranella, Broker/Owner of Loretta Realty Group

https://youtu.be/7DVLzAcrUHc?si=rg3V6uk3f6W-Nyt3

Dec. 11, 2023

Home Buying update December 2023

https://youtu.be/7DVLzAcrUHc?si=rg3V6uk3f6W-Nyt3

Aug. 17, 2023

Home Buying Guide Summer 2023

Home Buying Guide

Dec. 10, 2021

Pet Friendly Home Search

A Happy Tail: Pets and the Homebuying Process

A Happy Tail: Pets and the Homebuying Process [INFOGRAPHIC] | MyKCM

Some Highlights

  • It’s no secret that we love our furry friends - about 70% of U.S. households have pets. What may come as a surprise is how large a role they play in the homebuying process.
  • Americans spend $1,163 ...
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Dec. 9, 2021

Two Reasons Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You

Two Reasons Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You

Two Reasons Why Waiting To Buy a Home Will Cost You | MyKCM

If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to become a homeowner, you may be hoping that waiting until next year could mean better market conditions ...

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Dec. 8, 2021

New Construction May Be an Option

Struggling To Find a Home To Buy? New Construction May Be an Option.

Struggling To Find a Home To Buy? New Construction May Be an Option. | MyKCM

There’s no question that the financial benefits of selling a house are outstanding today. Now is truly a great time to list if you’re ready to make a change. But if you do sell your house right ...

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Dec. 7, 2021

Why It Just Became Easier To Buy a Home

Why It Just Became Much Easier To Buy a Home

Why It Just Became Much Easier To Buy a Home | MyKCM

Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many benefits of homeownership, including the feelings of security and stability and the financial benefits that come with rising home ...

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Feb. 23, 2021

Mortgage Rates Slight Increase

Mortgage Rates Have Moved Up Slightly This Week

 

The Reason Mortgage Rates Are Projected to Increase and What It Means for You

The Reason Mortgage Rates Are Projected to Increase and What It Means for You | MyKCM

We’re currently experiencing historically low mortgage rates. Over the last fifty years, the average on a Freddie Mac 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has been 7.76%. Today, that ...

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Feb. 18, 2021

Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue?

Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021?

Will Low Mortgage Rates Continue through 2021? | MyKCM

With mortgage interest rates hitting record lows so many times recently, some are wondering if we’ll see low rates continue throughout 2021, or if they’ll start to rise. Recently, Freddie Mac released their quarterly forecast, noting:

“The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hit ...

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