Monthly Market Update – April 2020 – NWA

Since my last Market Update, the world has been turned upside down. What a difference a month makes! With the COVID-19 situation, we’ve had shelter-in-place orders, mass layoffs, government bailout spending packages, a huge stock market selloff and bounce, and a gigantic disruption thrown into our daily lives. If you haven’t seen my “Update to … Continued

Tax Benefits for First Time Home Buyers in Northwest Arkansas

With the recent tax reforms and the new tax laws, the tax landscape has changed for homeowners, dramatically for some. First time home buyers, in particular, need to know what it means for them. Despite the tax changes (some of them not so favorable for some homeowners), the government still allows tax breaks for existing … Continued

How Will Your Credit Score Affect Your Purchasing Power in NWA?

When you’re trying to get a mortgage loan, the most influential factor will be your credit score. Generally, the higher your score, the greater your chances will be of getting financing at better interest rates. So, what exactly is a credit score, and how will your credit score affect your purchasing power in NWA? Keep … Continued