There’s a trend taking hold in real estate right now: more buyers are choosing newly built homes. And it’s not just about getting the latest technology or modern floorplans. It’s because they may be able to get a better deal. Builders are offering serious incentives today, and people are jumping on them. In fact, new home sales just hit their highest level in over two years ( see graph below ): Why Builders Are Throwing in Perks There are more newly built homes for sale ri

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If you’ve been following real estate news lately, you’ve probably seen headlines saying home prices are flat. And at first glance, that...

When it comes to buying a home, one of the biggest questions people ask is: “How much do I need for a down payment?” It’s an important...

You want mortgage rates to fall – and they've started to. But is it going to last? And how low will they go? Experts say there’s room for...

If you’ve been watching from the sidelines, now’s the time to lean in. It’s officially the best time to buy this year. According to ...

A recent survey from Bank of America asked would-be homebuyers what would help them feel better about making a move, and it’s no...

Industry experts are forecasting a rise in home sales next year. After several years of shifting market conditions, this is welcome news...

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs . Almost every buyer knows...

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here's a trend worth...

There’s a new divide in housing right now. In some states, buyers are gaining ground. In others, sellers still have the upper hand. It...

Determine if a mortgage assumption is a viable option for selling your home. If your home has been sitting on the market with little...

For the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too....

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Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. According to the data, buyer demand...

The housing affordability crisis affects millions of Americans, and lawmakers are now working together to find solutions. A new...

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean...

Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s...

Key Takeaways Mortgage rates just saw their biggest one-day drop in over a year. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate  is now around...

If your selling strategy still assumes you’ll get multiple offers over asking, it’s officially time for a reset. That frenzied seller’s...