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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, ...

Big Investors Are Backing Off and That’s Your Opening

First-Time Buyers For Buyers August 5, 2026

For years, a lot of would-be homebuyers have worried about the same thing. How do you compete with big investors who can swoop in, pay cash, and snap up the houses you want? Well, worry a little less. Because right now, those big investors aren’t buying up the market. They’re backing ...

Buying a Home? Here’s What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

Affordability Buying Tips For Buyers July 30, 2026

If buying a home is on your radar, you’ve probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance. Homeowners insurance has always been part of owning a home. But over the past few years, it’s become a larger expense for many homeowners – ...

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing.

Buying Tips For Buyers For Sellers Home Prices Selling Tips July 29, 2026

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again. And depending on whether you’re buying or selling, that shift means something different for you. The Numbers May Be Starting ...

Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way In.

Affordability Buying Tips Downsize First-Time Buyers For Buyers July 22, 2026

Today’s home prices have a lot of buyers – especially first-time buyers – wondering if there’s even anything out there that’s in their budget. But owning a home may be more within reach than you think. Sometimes, it just means considering a different type of home. Condos and townhomes can be ...