More Contracts Are Falling Through
More Contracts Are Falling Through. When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from Redfin, that...
Online Home-Buying Search Terms
Online Home-Buying Search Terms. Believe it or not, there are clear signs buyer interest is heating up again.
Let’s talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes, and why the housing market might not be as quiet out t...
Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More
Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More. Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth.
Last year, homes that sold with an agent went for almost 15% more ...
Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece
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 futu...
The Truth About Down Payments
The Truth About Down Payments. Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.
“I’ll never save enough.”
“I need a small fortune just to get started.�...
The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High
The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High. When selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number, it's a strategy. And in today’s market, that strategy needs to be sharp.
The number of homes for sale is climbi...
What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?
What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home? According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for, or they overestimate the minimum needed.
Let that sink in. That m...
Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025
Housing Market Forecasts for the Rest of 2025. If you’ve been watching the market, you’ve likely noticed a few changes already this year. But what’s next? From home prices to mortgage rates, here’s what the latest expert ...
Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets
Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets. Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right now. The truth is, local markets are starting to move in different directions. In some places, buye...
The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See
The U.S. Foreclosure Map You Need To See. Foreclosure headlines are making noise again – and they’re designed to stir up fear to get you to read them. But what the data shows is actually happening in the market tells a very di...