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As you set out on your homebuying journey, you likely have a plan in place, and you’re working on saving for your...
Selling your house is no simple task. And when you sell on your own – known as a FSBO (or For Sale by Owner) – you’re...
As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy?...
As a buyer in a sellers’ market, sometimes it can feel like you’re stuck between a rock and a hard place. When you’re...
Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind before you...
It’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is...
If you’re thinking of buying a home, you’re probably wondering what you need to save for your down payment. Is it 20%...
When you think of homeownership, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? Chances are you might focus on the...
To succeed as a buyer in today’s market, it’s important to understand which market trends will have the greatest...
Some Highlights What does the coming year hold for the housing market? Here’s what experts project for...
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are over, which means some shoppers have wrapped up their holiday buying. But there’s...
If you’re thinking of buying a home in today’s housing market, you may be wondering how strong your investment will...
The sense of pride you’ll feel when you purchase a home can’t be overstated. For first-generation homebuyers, that...
From the opportunity to take advantage of today’s low mortgage rates to changing homeowner needs, Americans have more...
Some Highlights It’s no secret that we love our furry friends – about 70% of U.S. households have pets. What may...
If you’re a homeowner who’s decided your current house no longer fits your needs, or a renter with a strong desire to...
There’s no question that the financial benefits of selling a house are outstanding today. Now is truly a great time to...
Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize...
If you’re trying to decide when to sell your house, there may not be a better time than this winter. Selling this...
Some Highlights If you’re planning to sell your house this winter, you’ll want it to look its best inside and...
If you’re living on your own and looking to buy a home, know that you can make your dream a reality with thoughtful...
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process....
There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership, but what’s often overlooked are the feelings of gratitude,...
As we near the end of the year, more homeowners are realizing the benefits of today’s sellers’ market. Record-breaking...
Last week, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac inched up to 3.1%, and experts project rates will...
There are a lot of questions right now regarding the real estate market as we head into 2022. The forbearance program...
Your equity is a powerful tool that can help you achieve your goals as a homeowner. And chances are, your equity grew...
Some Highlights When it comes to buying a home, there are a number of key milestones along the way. The process...
Like most industries, residential real estate has a seasonality to it. For example, toy stores sell more toys in...
The past year and a half brought about significant life changes for many of us. For some, it meant entering retirement...
Are you thinking about selling your house right now, but you’re not sure you’ll have the time to do so as the holidays...
As a renter, you’re constantly faced with the same dilemma: keep renting for another year or purchase a home? Your...
Some Highlights If you’re deciding whether you should make updates before you sell your house, lean on your agent to...
The purpose of Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans is to provide a pathway to homeownership for those who have sacrificed...
Many people have questions about home prices right now. How much have prices risen over the past 12 months? What’s...
In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result,...
With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics...
Some Highlights Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house....
With forbearance plans coming to an end, many are concerned the housing market will experience a wave of foreclosures...
Mortgage rates are one of several factors that impact how much you can afford if you’re buying a home. When rates are...
With mortgage rates climbing above 3% for the first time in months, serious buyers are more motivated than ever to...
Rents have increased significantly this year. The latest National Rent Report from Apartmentlist.com shows rents are...
Some Highlights Applying for a mortgage is a big step towards homeownership, but it doesn’t need to be one you fear....
The biggest challenge in real estate today is the lack of available homes for sale. The low housing supply has caused...
The rise in remote work is changing what many Americans want in their homes. Many companies are choosing to delay...
There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing inventory is still...
Buyers in today’s market often have questions about the importance of getting a home appraisal and an inspection....
Some Highlights If you’re a homeowner, today’s rising equity is great news. On average, homeowners have gained...