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A new email course helps first-time homebuyers thrive in Wichita’s tight housing market
March tends to mark an uptick in homebuying activity in the Wichita area, with sales typically peaking in May, June, July and August. With housing in shorter supply, buying a home in the Wichita area looks different these days than it did even just five years ago. Listings are down, and there are fewer sales.
What to know if you’re thinking about buying a house in Wichita
Buying a house can be a daunting process at any time, with it being the largest purchase most people make. It may be especially so right now because of rising housing costs and interest rates, plus the limited market of houses available. This story was developed for an email course,...
A young Wichita couple become first-time homebuyers — by acting fast
Editor’s note: This story This was originally published by The Wichita Beacon , an online news outlet focused on local, in-depth journalism in the public interest. It is part of a series looking at housing issues faced by people in Wichita. The coverage comes from members of the Wichita Journalism Collaborative, a partnership of 11 organizations, including The Wichita Beacon.
What to know if you’re thinking about buying a house
Buying a house can be a daunting process at any time, with it being the largest purchase most people make. It may be especially so right now because of rising in housing costs and interest rates plus the limited market of houses available.
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