• The Main Reason Mortgage Rates Are So High,Paula Castro

    The Main Reason Mortgage Rates Are So High

    Today’s mortgage rates are top-of-mind for many homebuyers right now. As a result, if you’re thinking about buying for the first time or selling your current house to move into a home that better fits your needs, you may be asking yourself these two questions:  Why Are Mortgage Rates So High? When W

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  • Real Estate Is Still Considered the Best Long-Term Investment,Paula Castro

    Real Estate Is Still Considered the Best Long-Term Investment

    With all the headlines circulating about home prices and rising mortgage rates, you may wonder if it still makes sense to invest in homeownership right now. A recent poll from Gallup shows the answer is yes. In fact, real estate was voted the best long-term investment for the 11th consecutive year,

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  • Homeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right Now,Paula Castro

    Homeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right Now

    Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity? In the simplest terms, equity is the difference between the market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage. The National Association of Realtor

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