You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending on where you are.Some areas are still seeing solid price…
When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the decision to move in the first place. And that raises 2 big questions: Do you try again?Is…
You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking, “Wait… is something bad about to happen?” You’re not alone.Because when people start stepping to the…
Understanding the Impact of Hurricane Season on Homeownership As we approach the peak of hurricane season this July, it’s crucial for homeowners, especially those in coastal and high-risk areas, to take proactive measures to protect their homes and financial investments…
Open up a home search and you’ll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.Most buyers scroll right past them, assuming something’s wrong with the house. But that instinct could be costing you,…
Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In many markets, those days are behind us.While it’s going…
One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.Some believe a crash is coming and they’ll get a better deal if they hold off.Others worry they’ll…
Introduction With the Independence Day holiday just around the corner, many homeowners are considering home improvement projects to enhance their living spaces. Summer is an ideal season for renovations, and refinancing your mortgage could be a strategic way to fund…
A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying “no” to just about everything. No repairs.No concessions.No negotiation.If buyers wanted the house, they pretty much had to take it on the seller’s terms. But now that inventory’s grown, negotiations…
A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: “Maybe I’ll just wait until later this year once things calm down.” While waiting sounds like a good plan, there’s something worth knowing before you decide. Rates…
