Infographics | Janet Martin | Mid America Mortgage, Inc.

Pop Quiz: Can You Define These Key Terms in Today’s Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jul 25, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics

Some Highlights The language of buying and selling a home may sound scary at first, but knowing how key terms relate to today’s market can help you. For example, current low mortgage rates and higher wages positively impact affordability for buyers, while home price...

Experts Agree: Options Are Improving for Buyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jul 20, 2021 | Buying Myths, First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers

Some Highlights Buyers hoping for more homes to choose from may be in luck as housing inventory begins to rise. Many experts agree – new sellers listing their homes is great news for buyers and the overall market. Although the supply increases are modest, more homes...

Your Home Equity Can Take You Places [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jul 11, 2021 | For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Infographics, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Some Highlights The amount of wealth Americans have stored in their homes has increased astronomically. On average, homeowners gained $33,400 in equity over the last 12 months, and the average equity on mortgaged homes is now $216,000. When it’s time to sell, your...

Homebuyers: Hang in There [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jun 26, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Some Highlights Today’s sellers’ market provides unique challenges—and benefits—for buyers. Current low interest rates won’t last forever, and home prices are forecast to rise. If you’re a homebuyer, hang in there. Homeownership improves your quality of life, and the...

Owning a Home Has Distinct Financial Benefits Over Renting [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jun 19, 2021 | First Time Home Buyers, For Buyers, Infographics, Pricing, Rent vs. Buy

Some Highlights When you rent, you build your landlord’s wealth, your monthly payment depends on ever-rising rents, and you don’t benefit from home price appreciation. On the other hand, when you own your home, you build your own wealth, your monthly payment is locked...

Have Your Day in the Sun by Moving Up This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]

Jun 12, 2021 | For Buyers, For Sellers, Infographics, Interest Rates, Move-Up Buyers, Pricing

Some Highlights Longer days and sunny weather mean summer is upon us, and what better conditions than right now to upgrade to the home of your dreams? If your needs have changed, it’s a great time to upgrade – there’s likely high demand for your current house, and...