This could be a great time to buy a home.  Inventory of available homes for sale is up over the past few years and interest rates are historically low.  The recent addition of a true tax credit for first-time homebuyers is an added incentive.  Sellers also seem to be more realistic in their expectations than a year ago.  Home Builders are particularly motivated right now.

Affordability is better than ever.
According to the National Association of Realtors' housing affordability index, homes were more affordable in December than at any other point since the group started the index in 1970. The NAR’s affordability index is a measure of the relationship between home prices, mortgage interest rates and family income.

Give me a call at 425-444-3305 if you would like to learn more about buying a home.