July 4, 2024
Homeownership: The Heart of the American Dream
Everyone’s vision for the future is personal and unique. But for many, common goals include success, freedom, and...
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July 3, 2024
Homeowners Gained $28K in Equity over the Past Year
If you own a home, your net worth has probably gone up a lot over the past year. Home prices have been rising, which...
July 2, 2024
Real Estate Still Holds the Title of Best Long-Term Investment
With all the headlines circulating about home prices and mortgage rates, you may be asking yourself if it still makes...
July 1, 2024
What To Do When Your House Didn’t Sell
If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, it’s totally natural to feel a mix of frustration and...
June 28, 2024
Housing Market Forecast for the 2nd Half of 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWondering what the second half of the year holds for the housing market? Here’s what expert forecasts...
June 27, 2024
The Difference Between an Inspection and an Appraisal
When you decide to buy your first home, you may come across a number of terms and conditions you’re not familiar with....
June 26, 2024
Focus on Time in the Market, Not Timing the Market
Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a big question on many people’s minds today. And while what timing...
June 25, 2024
How Long Will It Take To Sell My House?
You want your house to sell fast. And you may be wondering how long the whole process is going to take. One way to get...
June 24, 2024
Housing Market Forecast: What’s Ahead for the 2nd Half of 2024
As we move into the second half of 2024, here’s what experts say you should expect for home prices, mortgage rates, and...
June 21, 2024
The Downsides of Selling Your House Without an Agent
Some HighlightsConsidering selling your house without an agent? You should know there are some serious downsides to...
June 20, 2024
Why a Vacation Home Is the Ultimate Summer Upgrade
Summer is officially here and that means it’s the perfect time to start planning where you want to vacation and unwind...
June 19, 2024
What You Need To Know About Today’s Down Payment Programs
There's no denying it's gotten more challenging to buy a home, especially with today's mortgage rates and home price...
June 18, 2024
Worried About Mortgage Rates? Control the Controllables
Chances are you’re hearing a lot about mortgage rates right now. You may even see some headlines talking about last...
June 17, 2024
Do Elections Impact the Housing Market?
The 2024 Presidential election is just months away. As someone who’s thinking about potentially buying or selling a...
June 14, 2024
Real Estate Is Still the Best Long-Term Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsAccording to a recent poll from Gallup, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for...
June 13, 2024
Homebuilders Aren’t Overbuilding, They’re Catching Up
You may have heard that there are more brand-new homes available right now than the norm. Today, about one in three...
June 12, 2024
Home Prices Aren’t Declining, But Headlines Might Make You Think They Are
If you’ve seen the news lately about home sellers slashing prices, it’s a great example of how headlines do more to...
June 11, 2024
Savings Strategies Every First-Time Homebuyer Needs To Know
If homeownership is on your goal sheet for your future, you’re probably working on your savings. And a big priority is...
June 10, 2024
Selling Smart: Why a Real Estate Agent Makes All the Difference
If you’re considering selling your house on your own as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO), you want to think about if it’s...
June 7, 2024
The Wealth-Building Power of Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re trying to decide if buying a home is worth it, consider the long-term benefits, like building...
June 6, 2024
Your Equity Could Make a Move Possible
Many homeowners looking to sell feel like they’re stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. Today’s mortgage...
June 5, 2024
The Sweet Spot for Buying Luxury Homes
If you’ve been looking for a home at the high end of your market, but haven’t found the right one, you may have put your...
June 4, 2024
What To Expect if You Buy or Sell a Home This June
June is a busy month in the housing market because a lot of people buy and sell this time of year. So, if you’ve got a...
June 3, 2024
More Than a House: The Emotional Benefits of Homeownership
With all the headlines and talk about housing affordability, it can be tempting to get lost in the financial side of...
May 31, 2024
Top Reasons To Own a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsBuying a home has powerful financial and non-financial benefits. It creates more stability, helps grow...
May 30, 2024
The Biggest Mistakes Buyers Are Making Today
Buyers face challenges in any market – and today’s is no different. With higher mortgage rates and rising prices, plus...
May 29, 2024
How an Agent Helps Market Your House
You’re ready to sell your house. But what do you need most from your real estate agent? Well, the National Association...
May 28, 2024
How Do Climate Risks Affect Your Next Home?
Climate change is impacting where people buy homes. As the experts at the National Association of Realtors (NAR)...
May 27, 2024
How VA Loans Can Help You Buy a Home
For over 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped millions of veterans buy their own homes. If you or...
May 24, 2024
Your Agent Is the Key To Pricing Your House Right [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsThe asking price for your house can impact your bottom line and how quickly it sells.Both under- and...
May 23, 2024
Questions You May Have About Selling Your House
There’s no denying mortgage rates are having a big impact on today’s housing market. And that may leave you with some...
May 22, 2024
How Many Homes Are Investors Actually Buying?
Are big investors really buying up all the homes today?If you’re trying to find a house to buy, this may be something...
May 21, 2024
Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This
If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some...
May 20, 2024
What’s Next for Home Prices and Mortgage Rates?
If you’re thinking of making a move this year, there are two housing market factors that are probably on your mind: home...
May 17, 2024
Should I Rent or Buy a Home? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWhile renting may be less expensive in some areas right now, there are two big benefits homeownership...
May 16, 2024
The Number of Homes for Sale Is Increasing
There’s no denying the last couple of years have been tough for anyone trying to buy a home because there haven’t been...
May 15, 2024
Why a Condo May Be a Great Option for Your First Home
Having a hard time finding a first home that's right for you and your wallet? Well, here's a tip – think about...
May 14, 2024
Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills
Selling your house is a big decision. Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ve probably ever made, and it’s a...
May 13, 2024
Home Prices Are Climbing in These Top Cities
Thinking about buying a home or selling your current one to find a better fit? If so, you might be wondering what's...
May 10, 2024
The Sun Is Shining on Sellers This Summer [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf your needs have changed, now’s a great time to sell and get the features you want most.Many buyers are...
May 9, 2024
The Top 2 Reasons To Consider a Newly Built Home
When you’re planning a move, it’s normal to wonder where you’ll end up and what your future home is going to look like....
May 8, 2024
How Buying or Selling a Home Benefits Your Community
If you're thinking of buying or selling a house, it's important to know it doesn't just impact you—it helps out the...
May 7, 2024
Tips for Younger Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality
If you’re a member of a younger generation, like Gen Z, you may be asking the question: will I ever be able to buy a...
May 6, 2024
What's Motivating Your Move?
Thinking about selling your house? As you make your decision, consider what's pushing you to think about moving. A...
May 3, 2024
Builders Are Building Smaller Homes [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsHaving a hard time finding a home in your budget? Builders may have a solution that can help.Builders...
May 2, 2024
What Is Going on with Mortgage Rates?
You may have heard mortgage rates are going to stay a bit higher for longer than originally expected. And if you’re...
May 1, 2024
The Perks of Buying over Renting
Thinking about buying a home? While today’s mortgage rates might seem a bit intimidating, here are two solid reasons...
April 30, 2024
What More Listings Mean When You Sell Your House
The number of homes for sale is playing a big role in today’s housing market. And, if you’re considering whether or not...
April 29, 2024
Now’s a Great Time To Sell Your House
Thinking about selling your house? If you are, you might be weighing factors like today’s mortgage rates and your own...
April 26, 2024
Equity Can Make Your Move Possible When Affordability Is Tight [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsDid you know the equity you have in your current house can help make your move possible?Once you sell,...
April 25, 2024
Is a Multi-Generational Home Right for You?
Ever thought about living in the same house with your grandparents, parents, or other loved ones? You're not alone. A...
April 24, 2024
Foreclosure Numbers Are Nothing Like the 2008 Crash
If you’ve been keeping up with the news lately, you’ve probably come across some articles saying the number of...
April 23, 2024
The Best Way To Keep Track of Mortgage Rate Trends
If you’re thinking about buying a home, chances are you’ve got mortgage rates on your mind. You’ve heard about how they...
April 22, 2024
What You Really Need To Know About Home Prices
According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re...
April 19, 2024
Myths About the 2024 Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWhen it comes to the current housing market, there are some myths circling around right now. Some of the...
April 18, 2024
Is It Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home?
Over the past year or so, a lot of people have been talking about how tough it is to buy a home. And while there’s no...
April 17, 2024
Is It Better To Rent Than Buy a Home Right Now?
You may have seen reports in the news recently saying it’s more affordable to rent right now than it is to buy a home....
April 16, 2024
Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move?
If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down...
April 12, 2024
What You Really Need To Know About Home Price Headlines
According to recent data from Fannie Mae, almost 1 in 4 people still think home prices are going to come down. If you’re...
April 12, 2024
Ways To Use Your Tax Refund If You Want To Buy a Home
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a number of expenses involved – from your...
April 11, 2024
The Perks of Downsizing When You Retire [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re about to retire, or just did, downsizing can be a good way to try to cut down on some of your...
April 11, 2024
Builders Are Building Smaller Homes
There’s no arguing it, affordability is still tight. And if you’re trying to buy a home, that may mean you need to look...
April 10, 2024
Should I Move with Today’s Mortgage Rates?
When mortgage rates spiked up over the last few years, some homeowners put their plans to move on pause. Maybe you did...
April 9, 2024
The Top 5 Reasons You Need a Real Estate Agent when Buying a Home
You may have heard headlines in the news lately about agents in the real estate industry and discussions about their...
April 8, 2024
Don’t Let Your Student Loans Delay Your Homeownership Plans
If you have student loans and want to buy a home, you might have questions about how your debt affects your plans. Do...
April 5, 2024
Top 5 Reasons To Hire an Agent When Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsHiring an agent when buying a home helps you understand the buying process and the local market.They’ll...
April 4, 2024
Boomers Moving Will Be More Like a Gentle Tide Than a Tsunami
Have you heard the term “Silver Tsunami” getting tossed around recently? If so, here’s what you really need to know....
April 3, 2024
Newly Built Homes Could Be a Game Changer This Spring
Buying a home this spring? You’re probably navigating today’s affordability challenges and dealing with the limited...
April 2, 2024
Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You
If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong....
April 1, 2024
The Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here
Are you thinking about making a move? If so, now may be the perfect time to start the process. That’s because experts...
March 29, 2024
Outdoor Projects Can Boost Curb Appeal When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIn real estate, a good first impression is key. If the outside of a house looks welcoming, more people...
March 28, 2024
Is It Easier To Find a Home To Buy Now?
One of the biggest hurdles buyers have faced over the past few years has been a lack of homes available for sale. But...
March 27, 2024
Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership
In today's housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National...
March 26, 2024
What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?
Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going...
March 25, 2024
What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs
Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While...
March 22, 2024
3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsTrying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes...
March 21, 2024
What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?
If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and...
March 20, 2024
Does It Make Sense To Buy a Home Right Now?
Thinking about buying a home? If so, you're probably wondering: should I buy now or wait? Nobody can make that decision...
March 19, 2024
Homeowners Today Have Options To Avoid Foreclosure
Even with the latest data coming in, the experts agree there’s no chance of a large-scale foreclosure crisis like the...
March 18, 2024
4 Tips To Make Your Strongest Offer on a Home
Are you thinking about buying a home soon? If so, you should know today’s market is competitive in many areas because...
March 15, 2024
The Latest Trends in Housing [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWith the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more...
March 14, 2024
Why Today’s Seller’s Market Is Good for Your Bottom Line
Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it? Here’s what you need to know. Even though...
March 13, 2024
Your Home Is a Powerful Investment
Going into 2023, there was a lot of talk about a possible recession that would cause the housing market to crash. Some...
March 12, 2024
What Mortgage Rate Do You Need To Move?
If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, mortgage rates are probably top of mind for you. They may even be why...
March 11, 2024
Finding Your Perfect Home in a Fixer Upper
If you’re trying to buy a home and are having a hard time finding one you can afford, it may be time to consider a...
March 8, 2024
The Spring Market Is a Sweet Spot if You’re Looking To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWondering if now’s a good time to sell your house? Based on how many homes are on the market, there are...
March 7, 2024
The Benefits of Downsizing When You Retire
If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal. One...
March 6, 2024
Why Access Is So Important When Selling Your House
If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about...
March 5, 2024
Why There Won’t Be a Recession That Tanks the Housing Market
There’s been a lot of recession talk over the past couple of years. And that may leave you worried we’re headed for a...
March 4, 2024
What To Know About Credit Scores Before Buying a Home
If you want to buy a home, you should know your credit score is a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to...
March 1, 2024
The First Step: Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home in 2024, getting pre-approved is a key piece of the puzzle. Mortgage...
February 29, 2024
Why We Aren't Headed for a Housing Crash
If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at...
February 28, 2024
Why You Want an Agent’s Advice for Your Move
No matter how you slice it, buying or selling a home is a big decision. And when you’re going through any change in your...
February 27, 2024
Why Today’s Housing Supply Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers
Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. And if you look at the current...
February 26, 2024
The Truth About Down Payments
If you’re planning to buy your first home, saving up for all the costs involved can feel daunting, especially when it...
February 23, 2024
How Changing Mortgage Rates Impact You [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home, it’s important to know how mortgage rates impact what you can afford and...
February 22, 2024
Expert Home Price Forecasts for 2024 Revised Up
Over the past few months, experts have revised their 2024 home price forecasts based on the latest data and market...
February 21, 2024
Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This Year
There’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now,...
February 20, 2024
Strategic Tips for Buying Your First Home
Buying your first home is a big, exciting step and a major milestone that has the power to improve your life. As a...
February 19, 2024
It’s Time To Prepare Your House for a Spring Listing
If you're thinking of selling your house this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market...