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More Homes for Sale Isn’t a Warning Sign – It's Your Buying Opportunity
Maybe you’ve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high. And it might make you question if this is the start of another...
14 hours ago


You Could Use Some of Your Equity To Give Your Children the Gift of Home
If you’re a homeowner, chances are you’ve built up a lot of wealth – just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time....
3 days ago


Why Would I Move with a 3% Mortgage Rate?
If you have a 3% mortgage rate, you’re probably pretty hesitant to let that go. And even if you’ve toyed with the idea of moving, this...
7 days ago


Don’t Let Student Loans Hold You Back from Homeownership
Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home....
May 14


Why Buyers Are More Likely To Get Concessions Right Now
Especially in areas where inventory is rising, both homebuilders and sellers are sweetening the deal for buyers with things like paid...
May 13


Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year
From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is...
May 8


Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others
As you think ahead to your own move, you may have noticed some houses sell within days, while others linger. But why is that? As Redfin...
May 7


Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t
With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your...
May 6


The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked
Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to...
May 5


What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market
Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering...
May 1


A Tale of Two Housing Markets
For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like...
Apr 30


Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign
When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it’s only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market. Some...
Apr 29


Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again
It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year . Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment....
Apr 28


Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait?
At some point, you’ve probably heard the saying: “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s...
Apr 24


What’s Your House Worth Now? The Answer May Surprise You
Let’s talk about something you might not check nearly as often as your bank account – and that’s how much your home is worth. But when it...
Apr 23


Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House
According to Realtor.com , the best week to list your house this year was April 13–19. And since that week has come and gone, you might...
Apr 21


Pre-Approval Isn’t Commitment – It’s Clarity
If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – getting pre-approved early is still one...
Apr 17


Do You Think the Housing Market’s About To Crash? Read This First
Lately, it feels like a lot of people have been asking the same question: “Is the housing market about to crash?” If you’ve been...
Apr 16


Are You Saving Up To Buy a Home? Your Tax Refund Can Help
You’ve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place that’s truly yours. What you might...
Apr 15


4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring
Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating up. If you’re serious about...
Apr 14
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