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How local lenders can support homeownership in today’s housing market

Housing Wire

Because they form strong relationships in their communities, often providing banking services and financial counsel for local residents, they know their clients’ needs far more intimately than large lenders. Still, local lenders face rising challenges that threaten their ability to serve the American home buyers who need them most.

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Preparing a Home to Safely Age in Place

Will Springer Realtor

I have heard it from you, my clients: “The stairs are getting too difficult to climb,” or “I’ve lived here most of my life and no other place will seem like home.” About one in six Americans, or some 56M, are now 65 or older and there are estimates that figure will be closer to 81M by 2040. It can be difficult to adapt and adjust.