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Three Things Buyers Can Do In Today's Housing Market

It’s clear the 2022 housing market has been defined by rising mortgage rates. With rates on the rise, it’s also become more costly to purchase a home. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR):

“Compared to one year ago, the monthly mortgage payment rose to $1,944 from $1,265, an increase of 53.7%.”

If you’re thinking of buying a home or have been trying to recently, that’s a big increase in a monthly mortgage payment – and it may be causing you to press pause on your plans. This jump is making homes less affordable, especially compared to the last two years when mortgage rates were at historic lows.

The good news is you can navigate today’s housing market and this rising rate environment with a few simple tips. Here are three things you may want to consider to help make your homeownership goals a reality.

1. Expand Your Search Area and Criteria

If you’ve been looking for a home in the city center or a specific area that’s starting to feel out of your price range, you may want to try looking a little further out in a location that could be more affordable. Expanding your search location or re-prioritizing the items on your wish list can open up opportunities you haven’t considered, and that could help you afford more of what you need (and want) in a home. As CNET notes:

“Area growth is likely to keep pace with the market, which means that the outskirts of town might be hopping within five years. Consider stepping out of your ideal location by searching in the nearby cities. You may find better prices and more square footage.”

2. Explore Alternative Financing Options

Working with a trusted lender to learn about the different loan types and options is essential too. According to Nerd Wallet:

“A variety of mortgages are available with varying down payment and eligibility requirements.”

Experts know how to point you in the right direction when it comes to exploring ways to find the best home loan for your situation. With rising mortgage rates making it more costly to finance a home today, there may be an ideal option out there your loan officer can introduce you to. This could make a home purchase more affordable and within your financial reach over the life of your loan.

3. Look for Grants, Gift Funds, and Down Payment Assistance

There are also many options available when it comes to securing the funding you need to purchase a home. Your lender can discuss what the requirements are for gift funds and available down payment assistance programs. There may also be grant options that are available to you. Your lender will be able to help you determine what you have access to.

Bottom Line

If you’ve been searching for a home and have found yourself stepping out of the process because you’re worried about rising costs, connect with a trusted real estate expert. Having a team of local advisors on your side may be just what you need to guide your search in a new and more affordable direction.



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Meet Kayleigh Sellars

Born and raised in Columbia SC, I graduated from The University of South Carolina in 2014. Soon after graduating I started my banking career with a credit union. I was able to work my way up and by 2018 managed two markets. 

I transitioned to a branch manager role at a large bank and redirected my focus to business and mortgage lending. I was able to see the positive financial impact a home refinance could make for a client and loved walking them through the process. Financial literacy and breaking the process down for my clients are things I’m passionate about. 

My free time is spent hanging with my husband, Richard, and our Sheepadoodle, Tucker. Recently my Dad shared a story with me about when I was little and would want to play “mortgage lady”. Here we are now and I’m a mortgage lady! (I promise I wasn’t a weird kid).


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