Skip to main content
Available 7 Days/Week       MON - FRI  8am - 7pm       SAT - SUN  10am – 6pm
Call us (386) 456-6380
Apply Now

Category: First-Time Buyers

Auto Added by WPeMatico

Why So Many People Are Thankful They Bought a Home This Year

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Downsize, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Move-Up.

Homebuyers are weighing their options right now, and they certainly have a lot on their minds. With everything going on in the job market, the economy, and more – there’s a lot to think about these days. And maybe that’s making you wonder if it really makes sense to buy a home right now. But here’s what many recent buyers would tell you: even with all that, making a move is worth it. And this is why they’re thankful they went ahead and took the plunge already. Life doesn’t wait for better market conditions. So, your decision shouldn’t be about trying to time the market...

Continue reading

Why Buying a Home Still Pays Off in the Long Run

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Rent vs. Buy.

Renting can feel much less expensive and much simpler than buying a home, especially right now. No repairs, no property taxes, no worrying about mortgage rates – you just pay the bill and move on with your life. But here’s the part people don’t talk about enough: renting doesn’t help you build your financial future. Meanwhile, homeowners grow their net worth just by owning a home. So, if you’ve been wondering whether buying is still worth it, the long-term math is clearer than you might think. Renting vs. Owning: How the Costs Really Compare Let’s break down one of the key differences...

Continue reading

Most Experts Are Not Worried About a Recession

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, Economy, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates.

Homebuyers are watching the economy closely, and for good reason. Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases most people ever make. And some recession talk in the media has made a lot of would-be buyers second guess their plans. In the latest LendingTree survey, almost 2 in 3 Americans said they think a recession is coming. And 74% of respondents say that’s having an impact on their financial decisions. But here’s the good news: the experts aren’t nearly as concerned. Most Americans Expect a Recession, But Most Experts Don’t According to an October report from the Wall Street...

Continue reading

Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home?

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Forecasts, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate? But here’s the thing: that 5.99% number might not save you as much as you think. Affordability is still a challenge. There’s no question about that. But the market has given savvy buyers a head start. Mortgage rates have already come down over the past few months. And the drop we’ve seen saves you more than you’d think. How Much You’ve Already Saved, Without Realizing It Let’s put some real...

Continue reading

Thought the Market Passed You By? Think Again.

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Inventory, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates.

If you stepped back from your home search over the past few years, you’re not alone – and you’re definitely not out of options. In fact, now might be the ideal time to take another look. With more homes to choose from, prices leveling off in many areas, and mortgage rates easing, today’s market is offering something you haven’t had in a while: options. Experts agree, buyers are in a better spot right now than they’ve been in quite a long time. Here’s what they have to say. Affordability Is Finally Improving  Lisa Sturtevant, Chief Economist at Bright MLS, says affordability is finally...

Continue reading

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, Downsize, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up.

Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . a 30-year fixed rate mortgage of 6% would make the median-priced home affordable for about 5.5 million more households—including 1.6 million renters. If rates were to hit that magic number, it’s likely that about 10%—or 550,000—of those additional households would buy a...

Continue reading

The $280 Shift in Affordability Every Homebuyer Should Know

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Sellers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates, Move-Up.

If you paused your plans to move because of high rates or prices, it may finally be time to take a second look at your numbers. Affordability is improving in 39 of the top 50 markets, according to First American. And that’s the 5th straight month where buying a home has started to get a little bit easier. Let’s break this down into real dollars, so you can see the difference this could make for you (and your move). Monthly Payments Are Coming Down One of the clearest signs of this shift is in monthly payments. The latest data from Redfin shows mortgage payments on a median-priced home are...

Continue reading

Why Experts Say Mortgage Rates Should Ease Over the Next Year

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, Economy, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, For Sellers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

You want mortgage rates to fall – and they’ve started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say there’s room for rates to come down even more over the next year. And one of the leading indicators to watch is the 10-year treasury yield. Here’s why. The Link Between Mortgage Rates and the 10-Year Treasury Yield For over 50 years, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate has closely followed the movement of the 10-year treasury yield, which is a widely watched benchmark for long-term interest rates (see graph below): When the treasury yield climbs, mortgage rates...

Continue reading

Why October Is the Best Time To Buy a Home in 2025

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates.

If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, now’s the time to lean in. It’s officially the best time to buy this year. According to Realtor.com, this October will have the most buyer-friendly conditions of any month in 2025: “By mid-October, buyers across much of the country may finally find the combination of inventory, pricing, and negotiating power they’ve been waiting for—a rare opportunity in a market that has been tight for most of the past decade.” So, if you’re ready and able to buy right now, shooting for this month means you should see: More homes to choose from Less competition...

Continue reading

What Buyers Say They Need Most (And How the Market’s Responding)

Written by Key Largo Mortgage Syndicated User on . Posted in Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, Key Largo Mortgage, Key Largo Mortgage Rates, Mortgage Rates.

A recent survey from Bank of America asked would-be homebuyers what would help them feel better about making a move, and it’s no surprise the answers have a clear theme. They want affordability to improve, specifically prices and rates (see below): Here’s the good news. While the broader economy may still feel uncertain, there are signs the housing market is showing some changes in both of those areas. Let’s break it down so you know what you’re working with. Prices Are Moderating Over the past few years, home prices climbed fast, sometimes so fast it left many buyers feeling shut out. But...

Continue reading