Even though more consumers are using the Internet as a tool during their home search, buyers are increasingly utilizing the knowledge and expertise of a real estate agent, according to the National Association of Realtors' Real Estate in a Digital Age report. "Consumers have the ability to do more home buying research online and be more connected during the home search … [Read more...] about Home buying process involves greater technology, realtor use
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A look back at real estate market shows that timing matters
The Breakeven Horizon analysis from Zillow found that homeowners can still break even on a home purchase in less than two years, even while many buyers who bought 10 years ago have not broken even. The analysis, which looks both forward – at how buyers can expect the market to perform – and backward – at how buyers fared at different points in the housing crisis and recovery … [Read more...] about A look back at real estate market shows that timing matters
Experts: Easier-to-get mortgages may not draw more buyers
Most experts surveyed in the latest Zillow Home Price Expectations Survey said it's going to get easier to get a mortgage in the next several years, but they were divided about whether that would spur more renters to buy homes. The survey, sponsored quarterly by Zillow and conducted by Pulsenomics LLCi, asked panelists about their expectations for mortgage availability, home … [Read more...] about Experts: Easier-to-get mortgages may not draw more buyers