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Why Waiting to Buy a Home Could Cost You
In today's housing market, many potential buyers are hesitant due to rising mortgage rates and increasing home prices. However, industry experts suggest that delaying your home purchase might not be the best strategy. Barbara Corcoran, founder of The Corcoran Group...
Falling Mortgage Rates Could Revitalize the Housing Market – What It Means for Buyers & Sellers
After a slow winter, mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels since December, offering a fresh opportunity for homebuyers and sellers. With more homes on the market, slower home price growth, and longer listing times, the housing market is starting to shift...
Selling Your Home? What You Need to Know About Capital Gains Taxes
If you’re planning to sell your home, you may have heard about capital gains taxes—but what does that mean for you? The good news is, many homeowners can reduce or even avoid paying taxes on their profits if they meet certain requirements. Here’s a simple breakdown of...
Navigating Home Affordability: Your Complete Guide to Financial Possibilities
Are you dreaming of owning your own home but feeling overwhelmed by the complexities of navigating home affordability? You're not alone. Many people find the process of understanding and achieving home affordability to be challenging, but fear not - we're here to...
Mortgage Rates Hit 4-Month Lows: What This Means for You
Great news for homebuyers and homeowners—mortgage rates have dropped to their lowest levels in four months. As of February 25, 2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is now at 6.80%, down 0.22% over the past four business days. This presents an opportunity for...
Buying vs. Renting in 2025: Why Homeownership Still Wins
Deciding whether to buy or rent in 2025? You’re not alone! A recent report found that in most areas of the U.S., owning a home is still more affordable than renting a three-bedroom home. While both renting and buying require a significant portion of income,...
Home Prices Are Rising—But That’s a Good Thing!
If you’ve been keeping an eye on the housing market, you may have heard that home prices are still increasing. According to experts, prices grew by 3.4% year-over-year in November 2024, and experts predict another 3.8% increase by November 2025. But don’t worry—this...
Thinking About Moving in 2025? Here’s How to Make It Happen!
A new survey shows that 35% of Americans are planning to move in 2025—but studies suggest that only 8-9% will actually follow through. Why? Life gets busy, and planning a move can feel overwhelming. But with the right preparation and guidance, you can turn your dream...
How the Latest Executive Order and Mortgage Rates Impact Homebuyers in 2025
On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at tackling inflation, with a major focus on reducing housing costs and increasing affordable home availability. While these policy changes are designed to ease the burden of rising home...
Celebrating American Resilience: A Look at Recent Mortgage Rate Trends
Celebrating American Resilience: A Look at Recent Mortgage Rate Trends As we embrace the spirit of unity and progress this Inauguration Day, it's an opportune moment to reflect on the resilience of the American housing market. Recent movements in mortgage rates...