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 really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn … [Read more...] about Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year

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 says:“. . . today’s housing market has been topsy-turvy since … [Read more...] about Why Some Homes Sell Faster Than Others

With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in … [Read more...] about Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t

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 put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock.But that’s actually … [Read more...] about The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked

Some HighlightsThanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity.Once you sell, you can use … [Read more...] about Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible

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 what it means for the value of their home – and their buying … [Read more...] about What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market

For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are … [Read more...] about A Tale of Two Housing Markets

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 people are even questioning whether more homeowners will … [Read more...] about Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign

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. Conditions just weren’t great.Inventory was too low, prices were … [Read more...] about Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again