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Why Buyers Shouldn’t Overlook a Fall Move

Affordability First-Time Buyers For Buyers Home Prices Inventory Mortgage Rates September 3, 2026

You’ve been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected… While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the savviest buyers know that the changing season can start tipping things in their favor. Because every fall, buyers tend to get more to choose ...

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.

Affordability Agent Value Buying Tips For Buyers Home Prices New Construction September 2, 2026

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards. Newly built homes are more affordable than existing ones in a lot of markets. And that’s because builders are cutting prices and stacking on incentives to try to keep their inventory ...

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First.

Affordability Buying Tips First-Time Buyers For Buyers August 31, 2026

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home. Maybe you’ve caught the buzz and wondered whether that money could get you into a home faster, especially with affordability as tough as it is. Here’s what you need to remember. ...

Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They’re At

Affordability Buying Tips For Buyers Home Prices August 27, 2026

You’re scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app. Because even if you love the house, the numbers feel impossible. But here’s the thing. Nationally, there are more homes sitting on the market than there ...

Worried About a Housing Crash? The Numbers Tell a Calmer Story.

For Buyers For Sellers Home Prices Inventory Mortgage Rates August 26, 2026

A recent survey from Talker Research asked Americans to pick one word to describe how 2026 has felt so far. The winner? Stressful. And honestly, there’s been a lot going on. So, it’s understandable if you’ve been putting off buying or selling a home until things settle down. But you may ...

Higher Rates Could Actually Help Housing Supply – Here’s How.

For Buyers For Sellers Inventory August 19, 2026

You may have heard the number of homes for sale isn’t growing like it was. And maybe that has you worried you won’t find a home you love when it’s time to make your move. But that may be about to change. Here’s why your pool of options may actually start ...

Who Has the Upper Hand in Today’s Housing Market?

Buying Tips For Buyers For Sellers Selling Tips August 13, 2026

Ask around and almost every homebuyer out there wants to know if there’s a way to get a better deal. And just about every seller wants to know if they’ll still get top dollar. The interesting thing is… both can be right at the exact same time. It just depends on ...

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now

Affordability Economy For Buyers For Sellers Mortgage Rates August 12, 2026

If you’re waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while. But before you get discouraged, there’s a number working behind the scenes that’s actually good for you right now. It’s called the spread, and once you understand it, you may see ...

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home

Affordability Buying Tips Downsize For Buyers Move-Up August 10, 2026

If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment. The truth is, you usually don’t have to. Plenty of loan options let qualified buyers put down much less. But a lot of repeat buyers are choosing to put ...

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.

Affordability Buying Tips Economy For Buyers Forecasts Mortgage Rates August 6, 2026

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven’t changed much. That may sound frustrating.But it’s a real possibility. A lot of people are putting their plans on hold because they believe much lower mortgage rates are right around the corner. But, based on today’s forecasts, ...

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