Homeowner

Sept. 16, 2025

What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean mortgage rates will drop? Let’s clear up the confusion.

The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates

Right now, all eyes are on the Fed. …

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Sept. 13, 2025

Patience Won’t Sell Your House. Pricing Will.

Waiting for the perfect buyer to fall in love with your house? In today’s market, that’s usually not what’s holding things up. And here’s why.

Let’s be real. Homes are taking a week longer to sell than they did a year ago. According to Realtor.com:

“Homes …

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Sept. 12, 2025

Mortgage Rates Just Saw Their Biggest Drop in a Year

You’ve been waiting for what feels like forever for mortgage rates to finally budge. And last week, they did – in a big way.

On Friday, September 5th, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to the lowest level since October 2024. It was the biggest …

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Sept. 9, 2025

The Airbnb vs. Long-Term Rental Debate: What Makes Sense This Fall?

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As the seasons change, many real estate investors are asking the same question: which strategy is smarter right now, short-term rentals like Airbnb, or traditional long-term rentals? The Airbnb vs. long-term rental debate has never been more relevant, especially with shifting market conditions, evolving travel habits, and rising …

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Posted in Homeowner, Retirement
Sept. 9, 2025

How to Hold Title in Arizona: What Every Homebuyer Should Know

When you buy a home in Arizona, one of the most important—and sometimes overlooked—decisions you’ll make is how to hold title to your property. This decision impacts not only ownership rights but also what happens to the property in the future, including inheritance, taxes, and the ability to sell …

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Sept. 8, 2025

Why 50% of Homes Are Selling for Under Asking and How To Avoid It

If your selling strategy still assumes you’ll get multiple offers over asking, it’s officially time for a reset. That frenzied seller’s market is behind us. And here are the numbers to prove it. 

From Frenzy to “Normal”

Right now, about 50% of homes on the market are …

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Posted in Homeowner, Sellers
Sept. 6, 2025

A Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan

Are you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday?

According to Intuit, 69% of people say today’s financial environment makes it tough to plan for the future, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll ever be able to retire. That’s why many people are exploring new ways to …

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Sept. 5, 2025

Arizona Home Buying in 2025: Why Now Is the Smart Move for Savvy Buyers

Are you searching for homes for sale in Arizona or wondering if timing your move really matters? Here’s why buying a home now could be your smartest real estate decision—before the next market surge.

Less Competition and Great Deals: Take Advantage of Today’s Market

Arizona’s real estate …

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Sept. 4, 2025

What Mortgage Delinquencies Tell Us About the Future of Foreclosures

You may be seeing headlines about how foreclosures are rising. And if that makes you nervous that we’re headed for another crash, here’s what you should know. 

According to ATTOM, during the housing crash, over nine million people went through some sort of distressed sale (2007-2011). Last year, …

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Sept. 3, 2025

Thinking About Renting Your House Instead of Selling? Read This First.

If your house is on the market but you haven’t gotten any offers you’re comfortable with, you may be wondering: what do I do if it doesn’t sell? And for a growing number of homeowners, that’s turning into a new dilemma: should I just rent it instead?

There’s …

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