Khadine Fisher’s Blog
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Happy April Fool’s Day
Breaking news! Interest rates at pre-pandemic levels, mortgage rates at all-time low, announces Fed. It's a dream come true for homebuyers who have been waiting for the perfect time to enter the market! Dream on… Happy April Fool’s Day!
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Happy Easter
Easter is a Christian holiday that celebrates the belief in the resurrection of Jesus Christ.However, according to many theologians, Easter originally began before the arrival of Christianity.It is believed that Easter is named after the Anglo-Saxon goddess of the dawn and spring, known as Eostre.Examples of Easter traditions include Easter eggs and related games such…
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Luxury Living in Maryland: Top 6 Opulent Enclaves
6. Royal Oak: – Typical home value: $1,120,764 – Price change: ↑ 16% yearly, ↑ 69.6% in 5-yr 5. Cabin John: – Typical home value: $1,179,396 – Price change: ↑ 1.7% yearly, ↑ 23.7% in 5-yr
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Maryland’s Governor Introduces 3 Bills to Address Housing Crisis
Maryland’s Governor advocates for comprehensive housing legislation in Maryland to combat affordable housing crisis.He highlights a 96,000-unit shortage in the state and concerns about housing costs driving young residents away.
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Maryland Expands Homebuyer Savings With Family Contributions!
Account creation: – Allows first-time buyers to designate an existing account as a savings account for their home purchase. Eligibility: – Open to Maryland residents who haven't owned a home in 7-yr.
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Is Mortgage Interest Tax Deductible?
Mortgage interest is tax deductible up to $750,000 of home loan debt for primary or secondary residences. Itemizing is required, and recent rule changes apply. Other home-related debt may qualify, but mortgage insurance premiums and certain uses of home equity loan interest do not. Continue to full article
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The housing market may finally be thawing as mortgage rates and housing inventory improve
Mortgage rates decreased for the first time in five weeks, leading to a 13% increase in newly listed homes. This improvement in affordability and inventory suggests a gradual thawing of the housing market, which has been stagnant since the pandemic. Despite the positive signs, experts believe that a significant rebound in home demand may still…
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Maryland’s Home Insurance Breakdown by City
Baltimore: – Annual cost: $1,560 – Monthly cost: $130 Columbia: – Annual cost: $1,090 – Monthly cost: $91
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Top 2024 Maryland House Buying Locations
Maryland is one of the wealthiest states in the country, with a median income of ~$80K and avg home price of ~$350K. 1. Bethesda – Top-rated schools, upscale amenities 2. Columbia – Offers a unique blend of residential, commercial areas
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Maryland First-Time Homebuyer Assistance Programs
Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP): Offers various loans with competitive rates and income limits.Maryland Mortgage Program (MMP): Offers various loans with competitive rates and income limits.