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Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?

Affordability Buying Tips First-Time Buyers For Buyers May 7, 2026

For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying. The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t Working for Everyone. Young people haven’t ...

4 Ways To Give Your Offer an Edge This Spring

Buying Tips For Buyers May 4, 2026

Looking to buy a home this season? Here’s what you should know. Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. There are more homes to choose from and, in many areas, sellers are more open to negotiation. But that doesn’t mean competition is gone completely. These days, it varies a ...

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.

Affordability Buying Tips First-Time Buyers For Buyers April 27, 2026

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 ...

3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today’s Housing Market

For Buyers Home Prices Inventory Mortgage Rates April 23, 2026

There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make you feel a little less sure about your decision. A recent study by CNBC asked homebuyers what they’re most worried about, and three themes kept coming ...

More Options Are Popping Up This Spring

For Buyers Inventory April 22, 2026

Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause? Maybe you couldn’t find a home that really fit your needs. Or maybe the ones you liked just weren’t affordable. According to a recent survey from NerdWallet, those were the top two reasons buyers gave up ...

Rent or Buy? The Real Tradeoff Most People Don’t Talk About

Equity First-Time Buyers For Buyers Rent vs. Buy April 16, 2026

You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking. With today’s home prices and mortgage rates, renting can feel like the easier path. In some cases, it might even seem like the only realistic option ...

Getting a Tax Refund? Here’s How It Can Help You Buy a Home

Buying Tips First-Time Buyers For Buyers April 15, 2026

If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about. That money could actually help you get closer to buying a home. It may not be something you’ve factored into your plan yet, but it can give your savings a nice boost right when you need it most. ...

Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers Mortgage Rates April 13, 2026

With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move. But here’s what you need to remember. While recent events do have some impact on the housing market, they don’t take buying off the table. You just have ...

When Buying a Home Feels Out of Reach, Some Families Do This Instead

Affordability Buying Tips For Buyers Senior Market April 9, 2026

For a lot of people, the math on buying a home just doesn’t really work right now. Maybe that’s how it feels for you too. You look at the cost of buying. Then you look at the cost of childcare. And it starts to feel like you have to choose ...

Thinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know.

Buying Tips For Buyers Mortgage Rates April 8, 2026

If you’ve been looking for a home lately, you’ve probably felt how tough affordability still is. And that’s exactly why more buyers are opting for adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs. Here’s what you need to understand about how they work, and whether they make sense for you. What Is an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Since a ...

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