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The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See

The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you […]
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Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid, as long as you know what to watch for. Let’s break down the biggest seller slip-ups, and how an agent […]
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Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why. There are […]
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Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers

Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates, many have felt stuck between a rock and a hard place. But, something pretty encouraging is happening. While affordability is still tight, mortgage […]

Uncategorized The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very different story than what you might be led to believe. So, before you […]

Uncategorized Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid, as long as you know what to watch for. Let’s break down the biggest seller slip-ups, and how an agent […]

Uncategorized Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why. There are […]

Uncategorized Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers Mortgage Rates Are Stabilizing – How That Helps Today’s Buyers Over the past few years, affordability has been the biggest challenge for homebuyers. Between rapidly rising home prices and higher mortgage rates, many have felt stuck between a rock and a hard place. But, something pretty encouraging is happening. While affordability is still tight, mortgage […]

Uncategorized The Advice First-Time Homebuyers Need To Hear The Advice First-Time Homebuyers Need To Hear Buying your first home is a big milestone – and the right support is going to make it a whole lot easier. Because while this process might be brand new to you, it’s not new to your agent. They’ve helped plenty of first-time buyers through it. They know […]

Uncategorized The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading The Truth About Where Home Prices Are Heading There are plenty of headlines these days calling for a housing market crash. But the truth is, they’re not telling the full story. Here’s what’s actually happening, and what the experts project for home prices over the next 5 years. And spoiler alert – it’s not a […]

Uncategorized What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today What You Should Know About Getting a Mortgage Today If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but lending standards are still strong. Lenders are making it slightly easier for well-qualified buyers […]

Uncategorized Think No One’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again. Think No One’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again. If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are down compared to last year, you might be thinking – is it even a good time to sell? Here’s the thing. Sure, the pace of the market has cooled compared to the frenzy we saw just a few […]

Uncategorized Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer Why Big Investors Aren’t a Challenge for Today’s Homebuyer Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a home yourself, you may have wondered how you’d ever be able to compete with that. Here’s the thing. That’s not the challenge so many […]

Uncategorized The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know about Today’s Market The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know about Today’s Market The housing market is shifting again — and this time, it’s about balance. After years of ultra-low inventory, the number of homes for sale has climbed, bringing the market closer to what’s considered more normal. And if you’re thinking about selling your home, that shift […]

Uncategorized Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why Multi-Generational Homebuying Hit a Record High – Here’s Why Multi-generational living is on the rise. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 17% of homebuyers purchase a home to share with parents, adult children, or extended family. That’s the highest share ever recorded by NAR (see graph below): And what’s behind the increase? Affordability. […]

Uncategorized What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market What Every Homeowner Needs To Know In Today’s Shifting Market Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound like it, this shift is actually a good thing. It’s what you should expect. It’s just that our expectations have […]

Uncategorized Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again. Think It’s Better To Wait for a Recession Before You Move? Think Again. Fear of a recession is back in the headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying or selling sometime soon, that may leave you wondering if you should reconsider the timing of your move. A recent survey by John Burns Research and Consulting […]

Uncategorized Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It Why Homeownership Is Going To Be Worth It Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all that uncertainty, there’s one thing a lot of people still crave – a place to call their own. Because when everything else feels up […]

Uncategorized 3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer 3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure if now’s the right time? A lot of people are waiting and wondering what the market’s going to do next. But here’s something only the savviest buyers realize: This summer might actually be the best time to […]

Uncategorized Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates Why More Sellers Are Choosing To Move, Even with Today’s Rates It’s hard to let go of a 3% mortgage rate. There’s no question about it. It’s the main reason why so many homeowners have delayed their move in recent years. But here’s something to consider. While your low rate might be ideal, it doesn’t […]

Uncategorized What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments Some Highlights There’s a misconception going around that you have to put 20% of the purchase price down when you buy a home. But the truth is, many people don’t put down that much unless they’re trying to make their offer more competitive. And if you […]

Uncategorized Why Most Sellers Hire Real Estate Agents Today Why Most Sellers Hire Real Estate Agents Today Selling your house without an agent as a “For Sale by Owner” (FSBO) may be something you’ve considered. But you should know that, in today’s shifting market, more homeowners are deciding that’s just not worth the risk. According to the latest data from the National Association of […]

Uncategorized Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now. Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s What To Do Now. When your house doesn’t sell, it doesn’t just feel frustrating – it feels personal. You put time, money, and emotional energy into this move. You told your friends and family it was happening. And now that your listing has expired without a buyer? You’re left feeling […]

Uncategorized Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal? Is Inventory Getting Back To Normal? After years of it feeling almost impossible to find a home you want to buy, things are changing for the better. Nationally, inventory is growing, and that gives you more options for your move. But here’s what you need to know. That level of growth is going to vary […]