Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.
With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move.
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When Buying a Home Feels Out of Reach, Some Families Do This Instead
For a lot of people, the math on buying a home just doesn’t really work right now.
Thinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know.
If you’ve been looking for a home lately, you’ve probably felt how tough affordability still is.
Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet. Should You Rent It Out Instead?
When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast.
Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.
Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved.
Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You
Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices.
This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market
There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market.
You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.
Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan.
The Remodel You’ve Been Dreaming About May Be Closer Than You Think
That kitchen you’ve been mentally redesigning…The bathroom that really needs a refresh…Or the outdoor space you keep saying you’ll get to someday…
Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States
For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too.
3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers
Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before.
The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It)
You may have seen headlines on social saying the number of buyers backing out of their contracts is on the rise – and has recently reached a high not seen since 2017.
One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures
Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash.
If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.
Online searches for “can’t sell house” just hit an all-time high according to Google Trends.
Should You Wait for Lower Rates?
Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range.
Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.
Homeowners looking to sell usually want three things: plenty of interested buyers, strong offers, and a short timeline. Spring is the season that most often delivers all three.
Are Home Prices Dropping? Here’s the Real Story.
You’ve probably seen posts on social media talking about how “home prices are falling.”
The Hidden Advantage Repeat Buyers Have Right Now
What if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next house? It may sound a little unrealistic. But for a number of homeowners, it’s actually doable.
Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)
Let’s be clear: selling your house is absolutely possible right now. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11k homes sell every day in this country.
Renting vs. Buying: The Numbers Might Surprise You
Renting can feel like the easier choice right now.
How Your Equity Could Help Younger Generations Buy a Home
For a lot of parents or grandparents, watching a family member struggle to buy their first home right now is hard.
The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale
There’s one decision you’re going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits.
The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It’s Not What You Think.
If you saw headlines that talked about how “home sales fell sharply in January,” it probably raised an eyebrow – especially if you’re thinking about selling your house. But context matters.
Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction
At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore.
Four Ways Your Home Equity Can Work for You
You may have heard homeowners today have a lot of equity built up. But what does that really mean? Let’s break it down.
Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026
After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year.
Why Townhomes Are Popular with Today’s First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home can feel frustrating when the numbers don’t line up the way you expected.
Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market.
It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home
There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines.
Home Insurance Costs Are Rising What Buyers Should Plan For
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. And homeowner’s insurance is what protects that investment.
