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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.
Wichita residents, housing experts discuss city housing issues
This article was produced as part of the Wichita Journalism Collaborative , which includes KSN-TV and 10 other organizations and community groups. Wichita residents and housing experts spoke about housing issues in the city Monday night. The Wichita Journalism Collaborative , which KSN is part of, hosted the event.
Rent-to-own contracts offer homeownership path but risk fraud
Editor’s note: This article was co-reported by KMUW and Planeta Venus , a Spanish-language local news outlet, as part of the Wichita Journalism Collaborative (WJC). The WJC is a partnership of 11 media and community partners, including KMUW.
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