If you’ve been thinking about listing your property for sale, you probably already know about the obvious costs associated with selling, such as real estate commissions and closing costs. 

However, there are also such things as “hidden” costs, which include a variety ...

It’s best to hire a trusted and knowledgeable real estate agent to help you in your house-hunting journey. Expect them to be your go-to person for almost all the advice you’ll need regarding the complicated, and often stressful, homebuying process. 

And yet, if you ...

Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their own roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. If you’re a member of this generation, and you’re interested in pursuing your own dream of homeownership, here’s some information you may find ...

If you haven’t had dealings with an HOA before, we’ll walk you through exactly what it means, what it does, and what are the most crucial things you need to know before living in a community that has one.

If you watch any HGTV, you might think that buying a house doesn’t take all that long. You go see three houses over the course of a few days, then, presto, you’re in the house of your dreams right after a short commercial break. While nobody truly thinks it only takes a half hour to buy ...

If you recently got your home keys and are looking forward to incorporating your personality into your living spaces, or you’re a homeowner who wants to simply refresh your place, these expert tips can help you in curating and designing your gallery wall.

Wondering if it still makes sense to sell your house right now? The short answer is, yes. Especially if you consider how few homes there are for sale today. You may have heard inventory is low right now, but you may not fully realize just how low or why that’s a perk ...

Want to buy a new home, but don’t want to let go of your super-low mortgage rate? Depending on your loan and situation, there may be something you can do to buy a new property and retain your mortgage rate — a practice known as “porting” a mortgage. But what, exactly, is a mortgage ...

Are you curious about what the future holds for the real estate market in the remaining months of 2023? Wondering if it's the right time to buy or sell a home? Let's take a look at what the experts have to say about the housing market forecast for the rest of this year.

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to buy a home, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates and home prices, the limited supply of homes for sale, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things ...

The process of moving into a new house, even when you’ve done it a couple of times already, will always be stressful and difficult. It’s much more than relocating to a new place, especially when you have to leave a home you’ve lived in for years. It’s where you’ve made thousands of ...

While the wild ride that was the ‘unicorn’ years of housing is behind us, today’s market is still competitive in many areas because the supply of homes for sale is still low. If you’re looking to buy a home this season, know that the peak frenzy of bidding ...

There’s no denying that it’s a tough market, with challenges for both buyers and sellers. But misconceptions floating around about this market and what’s going to happen next aren’t making things any easier. So what, exactly, are those misconceptions, and why are they incorrect? Read on ...

If you’re following mortgage rates because you know they impact your borrowing costs, you may be wondering what the future holds for them. Unfortunately, there’s no easy way to answer that question because mortgage rates are notoriously hard to forecast. But, there’s ...

Color theory is the scientific study of how different colors can inspire different feelings and emotions. Because color theory can help you understand how colors make you feel, you can use color theory to choose paint colors that inspire the right feelings and ...

When it comes to buying a home, especially with today’s affordability challenges, you’ll want to be strategic. Mortgage rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. And, to help offset the higher borrowing costs today, some ...

When it comes to purchasing a home, it's easy to get caught up in the excitement of finding your dream property. However, it's important to consider the potential drawbacks of maxing out your budget for this significant investment. By buying a home that is within your means, you can ...

Do you want to sell your house, but hesitate because you’re worried you won’t be able to find your next home in today’s market? You're not alone, but there’s some good news that may ease your worries. New home construction is up and is becoming an increasingly significant part ...

Plumbing issues such as dripping faucets, leaky pipes, running toilets, or frustratingly low water pressure do happen. Some of these may occur due to regular wear and tear. Unfortunately, some are downright results of poor plumbing practices and maintenance, which could lead to more ...

You might be worried we’re heading for a housing crash, but there are many reasons why this housing market isn’t like the one we saw in 2008. One of which is how lending standards are different today. Here’s a look at the data to help prove it.