Caught between caring for your kids and aging parents? Here’s some good news. In a recent survey, 1 in 3 people in this same situation find it actually makes it easier to afford a home. That’s because a multi-generational home has big financial perks like sharing expenses and built-in childcare. …

2024 Home Prices Moderating - During the pandemic, home prices soared due to high demand coupled with low inventory and mortgage rates. But that rapid appreciation couldn’t last forever. Now, data confirms prices are still rising, just more moderately. This healthier pace is actually a good thing. It means home …

As someone who’s thinking about buying or selling a home, you’re probably paying close attention to mortgage rates – and wondering what's ahead.

One thing that can affect mortgage rates is the Federal Funds Rate, which influences how much it costs banks to borrow money from each other. While …

If you’re in the market to buy a home, there’s some exciting news for you. Many people assume that newly built homes are more expensive than existing ones (houses that have already been lived in), but that’s not always the case. In fact, exploring newly built homes can sometimes …

Do high prices at the gas pump and grocery store have you worried more people are going to fall behind on their mortgage payments? If you’re thinking that’ll lead to a surge of foreclosures, let this reassure you. Serious delinquencies (loans that are 3 or more monthly payments past due) …

There’s an interesting trend happening in the housing market. People are increasingly moving to more affordable areas, and remote or hybrid work is helping them do it.

Consider Moving to a More Affordable Area

Today’s high mortgage rates combined with continually rising home prices mean it’s tough for a …

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There’s no arguing this past year has been difficult for homebuyers. And if you’re someone who has started the process of searching for a home, maybe you put your search on hold because the challenges in today’s market felt like too much to tackle. You’re not alone in that. …

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things will impact …

Navigating the housing market can be tricky, especially these days. That's why having an experienced guide when buying or selling a home is so important. The market isn't exactly straightforward right now, and working with a real estate expert can offer insights and advice that make all the difference.

While …