As we move into the latter half of the year, questions about whats to come are top of mind for buyers and sellers. Near record-low mortgage rates coupled with rising home price appreciation kicked off a robust housing market in the first half of 2021, but what does the forecast tell us about whats on the

In todays real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic, elaborates:

The frequency of buyers being willing to pay more than the market data supports is

Selling a house is a time-consuming process especially if you decide to do it on your own, known as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO). From conducting market research to reviewing legal documents, handling negotiations, and more, its an involved and highly detailed process that requires a lot of expertise to navigate effectively. Thats one of the

Some Highlights

• Todays sellers market provides unique challengesand benefitsfor buyers.
• Current low interest rates wont last forever, and home prices are forecast to rise.
• If youre a homebuyer, hang in there. Homeownership improves your quality of life, and the long-term benefits outweigh the short-term challenges.

The pandemic created a tremendous interest in vacation homes across the country. Throughout the last year, many people purchased second homes as a safe getaway from the challenges of the health crisis. With many professionals working from home and many students taking classes remotely, it made sense to see a

Building financial wealth and stability remains one of the top reasons Americans choose to own a home, and as a homeowner, your wealth often grows without you even realizing it. In a recent paper published by the Urban Institute, Home Ownership is Affordable Housing, author Mike Loftin illustrates how homeowners increase their equity and their wealth simply by making monthly mortgage

You may have been told that its important to get pre-approved at the beginning of the homebuying process, but what does that really mean, and why is it so important? Especially in todays market, with rising home prices and high buyer competition, its crucial to have a clear understanding of your budget so you stand out to sellers as a serious

When it comes to buying a house, youre looking for the perfect place to call home. The problem is, in todays market there just arent that many homes available to purchase. With