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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 people think it is – especially
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Top 5 Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Agent When You Sell
Top 5 Reasons To Hire a Real Estate Agent When You Sell
Some HighlightsThe right agent doesn’t just list your house – they help you sell smarter, faster, and with fewer surprises.With an agent’s help, you’ll know what’s happening in your local market and how to price your house right. You’ll feel confident filling out complex legal documents and at the n
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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? Affordabilit
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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 been skewed by the intense seller’s market over the
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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 (JBREC) and Keeping Current Matters (KCM) shows 68% of peopl
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Why Your Home's Asking Price Matters More Today
Why Your Home's Asking Price Matters More Today
Some HighlightsA growing number of homeowners are overestimating today’s market. And that’s why the number of sellers dropping their price is back at normal levels.A lot of the time this is happening because they’re not paying attention to current conditions. The best way to avoid that mistake? Le
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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 in the air, home can be the thing
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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 buy in years. Here are three big reasons why.
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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 make up being too cramped, having a staircase your knees can’t
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What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments
What You Really Need To Know About Down Payments
Some HighlightsThere’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 want to give your savings a boost, look into down
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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 Realtors (NAR), the
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You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash
You May Have Enough Equity To Downsize and Buy Your Next House in Cash
Some HighlightsHave you been holding off on downsizing? If so, you should know your equity could make your move possible.Homeowners today have so much equity that a record number are buying their next house in all cash. And that has some big benefits like making their offer more appealing, potential
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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 stuck, and maybe even a little e
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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 based on where you live. And that’s
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The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective
The Five-Year Rule for Home Price Perspective
Headlines are saying home prices are starting to dip in some markets. And if you’re beginning to second guess your plans based on what you’re hearing in the media, here’s what you need to know.It's true that a few metros are seeing slight price drops. But don't let that overshadow this simple truth.
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Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
Buying Your First Home? FHA Loans Can Help
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and programs out there that can help – if you know where to look. And one thing that can make homeownership easier to achieve? An FHA home loan.They’re designed to help y
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The Big Difference Between a Homeowner’s and a Renter’s Net Worth
The Big Difference Between a Homeowner’s and a Renter’s Net Worth
Some HighlightsHomeownership is one of the best ways to build wealth in our country and it’s easy to see why.As you pay down your mortgage and as home values rise over time, you gain equity – and that helps grow your net worth. That’s why a homeowner’s net worth is nearly 40X greater than a renters.
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A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis
A Recession Doesn’t Mean a Housing Crisis
Some HighlightsThere’s a lot of talk about a recession lately and how the odds of one are rising. If you’re wondering what that means for the housing market, here’s what the data tells us.While you may remember the price crash in 2008, that’s not the norm. Looking back all the way to 1980, home pric
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Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection
Why You Don't Want To Skip Your Home Inspection
When you finally find the home you want to buy, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. You’ve toured the place, imagined your furniture in it, maybe even pictured your morning coffee on the porch. The last thing you want is to slow down the process with more steps or lose out to another buyer
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Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans?
Does Your Current Home Fit Your Retirement Plans?
Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It's the beginning of something really special. After years of hard work, it’s finally time to slow down, explore new passions, and live life on your own terms.But with this exciting chapter comes some big choices. And one of the biggest is this: does your current
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The Truth About Newly Built Homes and Today’s Market
The Truth About Newly Built Homes and Today’s Market
Headlines are talking about the inventory of new homes and how we’re back at the levels not seen since 2009. And maybe you’re reading that and thinking: oh no, here we go again. That’s because you remember the housing crash of the late 2000s and you’re worried we’re repeating the same mistakes.But b
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House Hunting Just Got Easier – Here’s Why
House Hunting Just Got Easier – Here’s Why
If you’ve been frustrated by the lack of homes for sale over the past few years, here’s some good news. You have more options, so it may finally be time to kick off your home search again. As Daryl Fairweather, Chief Economist at Redfin, explains:“Now is the best time to buy in the last two years. M
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Things To Avoid After You Apply for a Mortgage
Things To Avoid After You Apply for a Mortgage
Some HighlightsOnce a lender has reviewed your finances as part of the homebuying process, you want to be as consistent as possible. Don’t make any big changes that could affect your mortgage application.Here are a few tips. Don’t change bank accounts or apply for new credit. And this one may surpri
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The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price
The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price
When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that's generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has grown. The side effect? Price cuts are on the rise, but they
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Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers
Townhomes: A Smart Solution for Today’s First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home in today’s market can feel tough. Between high home prices and mortgage rates, affordability is still a big challenge. And some buyers are making one simple trade-off that’s getting them in the door faster: square footage.According to the National Association of Home Builders
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Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Housing Market
Here’s What a Recession Could Mean for the Housing Market
Recession talk is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. And that leaves people wondering what would happen to the housing market if we do go into a recession.Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in housing for each recession going all the w
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Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again
Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again
Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of them. It makes sense. Inventory was low, prices were high, and mortgage rates were up and down like a rollercoaster. All of that made it really hard to find a home you loved – and could afford.But guess what? The market
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