August 8, 2023
There's Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market Today
Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how...
August 7, 2023
Four Ways You Can Use Your Home Equity
If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years. Equity builds over time as...
August 4, 2023
Housing Market Forecast for the Rest of 2023 [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWant to know what experts say will happen in the rest of 2023? Home prices are already appreciating again...
August 3, 2023
How Inflation Affects Mortgage Rates
When you read about the housing market in the news, you might see something about a recent decision made by the Federal...
August 2, 2023
How To Know If You’re Ready to Buy a Home
If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about...
August 1, 2023
Sellers: Don’t Let These Two Things Hold You Back
Many homeowners thinking about selling have two key things holding them back. That’s feeling locked in by today’s higher...
July 31, 2023
Pricing Your House Right Still Matters Today
While this isn’t the frenzied market we saw during the ‘unicorn’ years, homes that are priced right are still selling...
July 28, 2023
Key Housing Market Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing...
July 27, 2023
Homebuyers Are Still More Active Than Usual
Even though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy that was so characteristic of the last couple of...
July 26, 2023
Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home
While the wild ride that was the ‘unicorn’ years of housing is behind us, today’s market is still competitive in many...
July 25, 2023
Don’t Fall for the Next Shocking Headlines About Home Prices
If you’re thinking of buying or selling a home, one of the biggest questions you have right now is probably: what’s...
July 24, 2023
Foreclosure Numbers Today Aren’t Like 2008
If you've been keeping up with the news lately, you've probably come across headlines talking about the increase in...
July 21, 2023
Real Estate Continues To Be the Best Investment [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsAccording to a recent Gallup poll, real estate has been voted the best long-term investment for 11 years...
July 20, 2023
Owning Your Home Helps You Build Wealth
You may have heard some people say it’s better to rent than buy a home right now. But, even today, there are lots of...
July 19, 2023
Explaining Today’s Mortgage Rates
If you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the...
July 18, 2023
Homebuyers Are Getting Used to the New Normal
Before you decide to sell your house, it’s important to know what you can expect in the current housing market. One...
July 17, 2023
Home Prices Are Rebounding
If you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether...
July 14, 2023
Low Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsToday’s housing inventory is still well below more normal years.This low inventory is why homes that are...
July 13, 2023
How Remote Work Expands Your Homebuying Horizons
Even as some companies transition back into the office, remote work remains a popular choice for many professionals. So,...
July 12, 2023
Renting or Selling Your House: What's the Best Move?
If you’re a homeowner ready to make a move, you may be thinking about using your current house as a short-term rental...
July 11, 2023
Momentum Is Building for New Home Construction
If you’re in the process of looking for a home today, you know the supply of homes for sale is low because you’re...
July 10, 2023
Reasons Your Home May Not Be Selling
When it comes to selling your house, you want three things: to sell it for the most money you can, to do it in a certain...
July 7, 2023
The Benefits of Downsizing for Homeowners [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsDownsizing is a popular choice for homeowners when they retire or when their needs change, but with...
July 6, 2023
Today’s Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for Sellers
One of the biggest challenges in the housing market right now is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number...
July 5, 2023
Two Questions To Ask Yourself if You’re Considering Buying a Home
If you’re thinking of buying a home, chances are you’re paying attention to just about everything you hear about the...
July 4, 2023
Americans Still View Homeownership as the American Dream
Everyone’s interpretation of the American Dream is unique and personal. But, for many people, it’s tied to a sense of...
July 3, 2023
Evaluating Your Wants and Needs as a Homebuyer Matters More Today
When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage...
June 30, 2023
Key Reasons To Use a Real Estate Agent When You Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsAn agent is a really important part of selling your home because they bring a lot of skill and expertise...
June 29, 2023
Where Will You Go If You Sell? Newly Built Homes Might Be the Answer.
Do you want to sell your house, but hesitate because you’re worried you won’t be able to find your next home in today’s...
June 29, 2023
Why Homeownership Wins in the Long Run
Today’s higher mortgage rates, inflationary pressures, and concerns about a potential recession have some people...
June 28, 2023
Lending Standards Are Not Like They Were Leading Up to the Crash
You might be worried we’re heading for a housing crash, but there are many reasons why this housing market isn’t like...
June 26, 2023
The True Cost of Selling Your House on Your Own
Selling your house is no simple task. While some homeowners opt to sell their homes on their own, known as a FSBO (For...
June 23, 2023
Homeownership Helps Protect You from Inflation [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsWondering if it makes sense to buy a home today even when inflation is high? When other costs go up due...
June 22, 2023
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit Scores
If you’re thinking about buying a home, you should know your credit score’s a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes...
June 21, 2023
Eco-Friendly, Energy-Efficient Homes Attract Buyers
Are you planning to sell your house? If so, you may be surprised to hear just how much buyers value energy efficiency...
June 20, 2023
Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s Market
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week....
June 19, 2023
Saving for a Down Payment? Here’s What You Need To Know.
If you're planning to buy your first home, then you're probably focused on saving for all the costs involved in such a...
June 16, 2023
How Owning a Home Grows Your Wealth with Time [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of...
June 15, 2023
Why Buying or Selling a Home Helps the Economy and Your Community
If you're thinking about buying or selling a house, it's important to know that it doesn't just affect your life, but...
June 14, 2023
A Drop in Equity Doesn’t Mean Low Equity
You may see media coverage talking about a drop in homeowner equity. What’s important to understand is that equity is...
June 13, 2023
Your Needs Matter More Than Today’s Mortgage Rates
If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And,...
June 13, 2023
Why You Can’t Compare Now to the ‘Unicorn’ Years of the Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsComparing housing market metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market –...
June 12, 2023
Are Home Prices Going Up or Down? That Depends…
Media coverage about what’s happening with home prices can be confusing. A large part of that is due to the type of data...
June 8, 2023
This Real Estate Market Is the Strongest of Our Lifetime
When you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see...
June 7, 2023
The Main Reason Mortgage Rates Are So High
Today’s mortgage rates are top-of-mind for many homebuyers right now. As a result, if you’re thinking about buying for...
June 6, 2023
Real Estate Is Still Considered the Best Long-Term Investment
With all the headlines circulating about home prices and rising mortgage rates, you may wonder if it still makes sense...
June 5, 2023
Oops! Home Prices Didn’t Crash After All
During the fourth quarter of last year, many housing experts predicted home prices were going to crash this year. Here...
June 2, 2023
Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some HighlightsJune is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a perfect time to think about all the benefits that come...
June 1, 2023
The True Value of Homeownership
Buying and owning your home can make a big difference in your life by bringing you joy and a sense of belonging. And...
May 31, 2023
Keys to Success for First-Time Homebuyers
Buying your first home is an exciting decision and a major milestone that has the power to change your life for the...
May 30, 2023
Today’s Real Estate Market: The ‘Unicorns’ Have Galloped Off
Comparing real estate metrics from one year to another can be challenging in a normal housing market. That’s due to...
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