“You may be wondering if now’s the right time to buy or if you should hold off on your search until rates come back down.” After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some...
“Take a look at the two dynamics that are keeping existing-home inventory historically low.” The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes...
“Today, homes with curb appeal that are presented well are still selling quickly, and sometimes over asking price.” To sell your home this spring, it may need more preparation than it would have a year or two ago. Today’s housing market has a different...
“Here’s what you should know about today’s home prices.” The recent changes in home prices are top of mind for many as the housing market begins gearing up for spring. It can be hard to navigate misleading headlines and confusing data, so here’s what you...
“There are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. ” No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide....
“Closing costs are a collection of fees and payments involved with your transaction.” Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs...