When you finally find the home you want to buy, it’s easy to get caught up in the excitement. You’ve toured the place, imagined your furniture in it, maybe even pictured your morning coffee on the porch. The last thing you want is to slow down the process with …

Retirement isn’t just a milestone. It's the beginning of something really special. After years of hard work, it’s finally time to slow down, explore new passions, and live life on your own terms.

But with this exciting chapter comes some big choices. And one of the biggest is …

National housing trends are shifting as the market adapts to new economic realities. As we move into 2025, several key factors are influencing home prices, inventory levels, and buyer-seller dynamics across the United States.

Home Price Trends

Nationally, home prices have seen significant fluctuations over the past …

In today’s uncertain housing market, many are asking the same question: renting vs buying a home — which is the smarter financial move? Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a long-time renter, deciding where to put your money is more important than ever. This post breaks down the pros …

Headlines are talking about the inventory of new homes and how we’re back at the levels not seen since 2009. And maybe you’re reading that and thinking: oh no, here we go again. That’s because you remember the housing crash of the late 2000s and you’re worried we’re repeating …

If you’ve been frustrated by the lack of homes for sale over the past few years, here’s some good news. You have more options, so it may finally be time to kick off your home search again. As Daryl Fairweather, Chief Economist at Redfin, explains:

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This could be the year to sell your house – and here’s why. According to a recent NerdWallet survey, 15% of people are planning to buy a home this year. That’s actually a record high for this survey (see graph below):

Here's why this is …

If you want to sell your house, having the right strategies and expectations is key. But some sellers haven’t adjusted to where the market is today. They’re not factoring in that there are more homes for sale or that buyers are being more selective with their budgets. And …

Applying for a mortgage is a significant step toward homeownership, but the process doesn’t end once you submit your application. Many buyers don’t realize that certain financial moves can jeopardize their loan approval, even after pre-approval. To ensure a smooth closing, here are key things to avoid after you …

When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that's generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has grown. The side effect? Price …