Housing Market Update | Guiding You Forward

With many opinions surrounding the current real estate market, it can be difficult to know where to start. Kara Loftus, vice president of mortgage lending at Mountain America Credit Union, offers her unique knowledge to help anyone who has the dream of buying a new home.

Watch the video and learn:

• How the past and present housing markets can help you decide your future

• Which homebuying programs could help you afford a new home

• What to do if you’re overwhelmed with finding the right home

It’s no secret that the real estate market has been undergoing many changes in the last few years. If you’re considering a home purchase, a look into the past and present housing markets may give you some clarity on how to proceed. Kara explains why it may be a very exciting time to be a buyer!

Buying a home is a dream for so many. Unfortunately, interest rates are still on the higher end—making homeownership unattainable for many prospective buyers. In this podcast episode, Kara dives into the requirements and benefits for some of the available mortgage programs to help you find a home that fits into your budget.

Overwhelmed with the prospect of buying a new home? The process can be grueling. Kara suggests homebuyers be patient, contact a loan officer and do their own research. She even does some myth-busting—tackling some topics that could be keeping some buyers on the fence.

Watch the full video above for more on mortgages.

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