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Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day...

The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock. But that’s actually a common misconception. Here’s...

Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible Some Highlights Thanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity. Once you sell, you can use it to fund your down...

What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power....

A Tale of Two Housing Markets For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are still super competitive for buyers, while...

Why Today’s Foreclosure Numbers Aren’t a Warning Sign When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it’s only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market. Some people are even questioning whether more homeowners will struggle to make...

Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It’s Time To Hit Play Again It’s not really a surprise that 70% of buyers paused their home search last year. Maybe you were one of them. And if so, no judgment. Conditions just weren’t great. Inventory was too low, prices were too...

You Finally Have More Options for Your Move Some Highlights If you put your home search on hold because you couldn’t find anything you liked in your budget, it’s time to try again. ​ There’s a much wider selection of homes for sale, with more fresh listings hitting...

Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait? At some point, you’ve probably heard the saying: “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.” That’s because homeownership is about the long game – and home prices typically rise over time. So, while...

What’s Your House Worth Now? The Answer May Surprise You Let’s talk about something you might not check nearly as often as your bank account – and that’s how much your home is worth. But when it comes to your financial situation, it’s an important thing to remember....