You’ve probably seen posts on social media talking about how “home prices are falling.” And when you see something like that, it’s normal to wonder: Is this the start of a crash? What does this mean for my house? Let’s clear this up right away. This is not a crash. And your ...
Continue ReadingWhat if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next house? It may sound a little unrealistic. But for a number of homeowners, it’s actually doable. Nearly 3 in 10 homes purchased today are bought in cash, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR). That’s far more than the pre-pandemic norm (see ...
Continue ReadingA year ago, a lot of homebuyers ran the numbers and didn’t like what they saw. Today, those numbers look different. According to Zillow, a median-income household can now afford $30,302 more home than they could a year ago. The reason? Mortgage rates have eased from nearly 7% last winter ...
Continue ReadingThere’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines. Buying a home is getting more affordable. Monthly payments have started to come down, and the squeeze buyers have been feeling for the past few years is slowly loosening. Now, that doesn’t mean ...
Continue ReadingIf you’re looking to buy a home in 2026, and you’ve been waiting for the housing market to feel a little less stacked against you, that moment may finally be here. According to a recent Redfin report, buyers now have more negotiating power than they’ve had in over a decade. ...
Continue ReadingMost people start their home buying search by looking at sites such as Realtor.com, Zillow or Trulia. That’s completely fine and understandable, but step 1 to buying a home should be to hire a Realtor to represent you. Searching online at Realtor.com, Zillow, Trulia, etc. on your own takes a LOT of time. A ...
Continue ReadingIf you’re chomping at the bit to buy a home this year, right now could be the best month to make your move. I know, a lot of folks are planning to wait until May, thinking that’s the best time because typically, around then, you see a lot more homes ...
Continue ReadingTaking the leap into homeownership is exciting—but it can feel overwhelming too. If you’re wondering how to begin, you’re not alone. Many first-time buyers ask: Where do I start? Here’s a simple roadmap to get your home search off the ground: 1. Know Your Budget Before you browse listings, figure out how ...
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