The Many Non-Financial Benefits of HomeownershipBuying and owning your own home can have a big impact on your life. While there are financial reasons to become a homeowner, it's essential
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Why Is Housing Inventory So Low?One question that’s top of mind if you’re thinking about making a move today is: Why is it so hard to find a house to buy? And while
Expert Home Price Forecasts Revised Up for 2023Toward the end of last year, there were a number of headlines saying home prices were going to fall substantially in 2023. That led to a lot
Homeowners Have a Lot of Equity Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsYour equity grows as you pay down your home loan and as home prices increase. With home prices
Today’s Housing Market Has Only Half the Usual Inventory [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsThere are only about half the number of homes for sale compared to the last normal
There's Only Half the Inventory of a Normal Housing Market TodayWondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few
Key Housing Market Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing market
Key Housing Market Trends [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re considering buying or selling a home, you’ll want to know what’s happening in the housing market
Home Prices Are ReboundingIf you’re following the news today, you may feel a bit unsure about what’s happening with home prices and fear whether or not the worst is yet to.
Today’s Housing Inventory Is a Sweet Spot for SellersOne of the biggest challenges in the housing market right now is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want
What Homebuyers Need To Know About Credit ScoresIf you’re thinking about buying a home, you should know your credit score’s a critical piece of the puzzle when it comes to qualifying for
Why the Median Home Price Is Meaningless in Today’s MarketThe National Association of Realtors (NAR) will release its latest Existing Home Sales (EHS) report later this week. This monthly
How Owning a Home Grows Your Wealth with Time [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re thinking of buying a home this year, be sure to factor in the long-term benefits of homeownership.Over time,
Are Home Prices Going Up or Down? That Depends…Media coverage about what’s happening with home prices can be confusing. A large part of that is due to the type of data being used and
This Real Estate Market Is the Strongest of Our LifetimeWhen you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market. We can see this is one of the most
Real Estate Is Still Considered the Best Long-Term InvestmentWith all the headlines circulating about home prices and rising mortgage rates, you may wonder if it still makes sense to invest in
Reasons To Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsJune is National Homeownership Month, and it’s a perfect time to think about all the benefits that come with owning your home.Owning a home
Why Buyers Need an Expert Agent by Their SideThe process of buying a home can feel a bit intimidating, even under normal circumstances. But today's market is still anything but normal. There
The Impact of Changing Mortgage Rates [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsIf you’re looking to buy a home, you should know even a small change in mortgage rates has an impact on your purchasing power
Homeowners Have Incredible Equity To Leverage Right NowEven though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity? In
The Worst Home Price Declines Are Behind Us [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhile home prices vary by local area, they’ve already hit their low point nationally, and now they’re starting to
The Worst of the Home Price Declines Is Behind Us [INFOGRAPHIC]Some HighlightsWhile home prices vary by local area, they’ve already hit their low point nationally, and now they’re
The Best Time To Sell Your House Is When Others Aren’t SellingIf you’re thinking about selling your house, you should know the number of homes for sale right now is low. That’s
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