Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflation is high, costs are high, and you want to be sure the timing is right before you make your move. But if you do decide to go for it, whether you’re buying or selling, here’s something reassuring to hold onto. Not only does yourContinue reading “What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community”
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The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now
You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are. Some areas are still seeing solid price growth. Others have gone flat. A few have actually dipped slightly negative. So, what’s causing all of thatContinue reading “The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now”
That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal
Open up a home search and you’ll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer. Most buyers scroll right past them, assuming something’s wrong with the house. But that instinct could be costing you, since the longer a home sits, the more motivated the seller usually gets. WhereContinue reading “That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal”
What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move
Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here’s what’s actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you’re thinking about buying or selling. Inflation Went Up – Here’s What That Actually Means The government tracks inflation inContinue reading “What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move”
Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Home Buyers
You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured. That’s the reality for a lot of buyers right now. Affordability is tight. But don’t let that discourage you. Going smaller might actually be a smart play inContinue reading “Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Home Buyers”
What Most Veterans Don’t Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit
Nearly half of veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA. But many are closer than they think. And you might be, too. If you’re a veteran, you probably know the Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan benefit exists—it’s been around for over 80 years. What you mightContinue reading “What Most Veterans Don’t Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit”
Are Home Prices Going To Fall?
It’s one of the biggest hold-ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy and home prices go down? ” With everything in the news, that concern makes some sense. No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time. But here’s what’s important to know. You don’t want to get hung upContinue reading “Are Home Prices Going To Fall?”
4 Real Estate Negotiation Strategies This Spring
Today’s market gives buyers more leverage, but “more homes for sale” doesn’t mean the competition has vanished. In popular neighborhoods, the spring rush is still very real, and winning the right home requires more than just a high price tag. To stay one step ahead, you need the right negotiation strategies. If you’re buying inContinue reading “4 Real Estate Negotiation Strategies This Spring”
Homeownership is More Accessible Than You Think: Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t Need 20% Down
According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph below): If you’re wondering the same thing, you can always turn to the internet for answers. But a lot ofContinue reading “Homeownership is More Accessible Than You Think: Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t Need 20% Down”
The 10 Best Markets for First-Time Buyers This Spring
For a while, buying your first home hasn’t just felt hard. It may have felt out of reach. Not because you weren’t ready. Not because you weren’t trying. But because every time you ran the numbers, they didn’t work. That’s why so many first-time buyers stepped back. But after years of sitting on the outside looking in, this spring couldContinue reading “The 10 Best Markets for First-Time Buyers This Spring”
