Agents can deal with economic headwinds by understanding their buyers' mindset and helping them tap into down payment resources
As a real estate agent, it's not enough just to conduct the transaction. Provide education and service that will help make it possible in the first place
Zillow revealed Thursday that 1M users have queried its Down Payment Resource database since the real estate search portal partnered with the data provider a year ago as home prices soared
'Minneapolis Area Realtors apologizes to all members of the community who have been burdened, denied service, or ignored by our actions.' Trade group also releases policy changes
Starting Thursday, homebuyers can scout down payment assistance programs on Redfin listings, thanks to the brokerage's new partnership with Down Payment Resource
Gravy exists in a quickly growing sector of industry providers that marries financial services with homebuying assistance and resources
A new fund launched with help from the Seattle-based brokerage offers deferred, low-interest loans of up to $12K for home purchase costs
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Zillow’s move into the down payment assistance space will be a boon to buyers struggling to save for a house. The benefits assistance can bring to homeowners are huge. The question is whether you will you seize this opportunity to grow your business
The Seattle-based home portal has added a new listing feature that connects a buyer with details about down-payment programs in their area
At the National Association of Realtors' national conference on Friday, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun shared promising insights about 2022
Hundreds of millions of dollars in down payment assistance is available nationwide, according to CRMLS and DPR
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What we really need is more housing — especially affordable housing. Prices are still going up, and soon, there won’t be any houses priced low enough to be affordable for people who are within the income limits that qualify them for financial help
Hispanic and Black Americans who buy lower-priced homes than white Americans can also lead to further wealth gaps, according to a study by the National Association of Realtors
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For some homebuyers, down payment assistance can prove to be a game-changer. Here's why, at the very least, real estate agents should familiarize themselves with affordable financing options for purchasing a home