Many of us had the opportunity to experience the sight of the solar eclipse last week. This rare natural occurrence only happens at perfect moments (viewable in certain parts of the world) in time when various elements of the solar system line-up just right. We have no control over when it happens.

Buying a home may be a one time or rare transaction for many current and future homeowners. Closing on your first home can be just as exhilarating as taking in an awe inspiring solar or lunar eclipse. The difference is that buying a home doesn’t just happen and you can take calculated steps to go from renter to homeowner!

The housing inventory has been low this year making it advantageous for sellers and mortgage rates have also been low for a period of time making it appealing to new homebuyers and existing homebuyers who took advantage of refinancing at a lower mortgage rate.

Though you can position yourself to buy a home at any time during the year and at any stage of your life, there are more favorable moments in time (like that of the appearance of an eclipse in the solar system that can be viewed from earth) that make for the perfect recipe (deal-wise, comfort, and convenience) to buying a home.

We don’t control the solar system, the moon, the sun, the stars, the stock market, or interest rates but we can take hold of the opportunities that arise from celestial events and changes in the marketplace.

Whether you feel the time is right to buy a home or want to get help with planning future homeownership, we can guide you through the process.

Comment below or feel free to contact us at Benchmark Mortgage Omaha:

Eric Almquist, Branch Manager (NMLS #623826): Office: (402) 933-1141

Eric is a 19-year veteran of the mortgage industry who’s blessed to have remarkable client relationships. These relationships have allowed him to berecognized in the Scotsman Guide as one of the “Top 200 Loan Originators in the Country” since 2008. By leveraging his team and building clients for life, he’s fortunate enough to call myself a billion dollar producer!

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