Being intentional and competitive are musts when buying a home this season. Thats why pre-approval is so important today. Pre-approval from a lender is the only way to know your true price range and how much money you can borrow for your loan. Peter Warden, Editor of

Life events can have a major impact on what you need from your home, and retirement is one of the biggest changes many of us face. This period of your life can mean doing more of the things you enjoy, like traveling, visiting with loved ones, or taking on new hobbies. But what does that mean for your

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• If you have additional loved ones coming to live with you but dont have enough space, it may be time to consider a larger, multigenerational home.
• Some key benefits of multigenerational living include a combined homebuying budget, shared caregiving duties, enhanced relationships, and more. These benefits might be why more

If youre thinking of selling your house, it may be because youve heard prices are rising, listings are going fast, and sellers are getting multiple offers on their homes. But why are conditions so good for sellers today? And what can you expect when you move? To help answer both of those questions, lets turn to the data.

Today, there are far more buyers looking for homes than sellers listing their houses. Here are the maps of the latest

Theres never been a truer statement regarding forecasting mortgage rates than the one offered last year by Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American:

You know, the fallacy of economic forecasting is: Dont ever try and forecast interest rates and or, more specifically, if youre a real estate economist mortgage rates, because you will always invariably be

With todays real estate market moving as fast as it is, working with a real estate professional is more essential than ever. They have the skills, experience, and expertise it takes to navigate the highly detailed and involved process of selling a home. That may be why the percentage of people who list their houses on their own, known as

If youre buying or selling a home this year, youre likely saving up for a variety of expenses. For buyers, that might include things like your down payment and closing costs. And for sellers, youre probably working on a bit of spring cleaning and maintenance to spruce up your house before you list it.

Either way, any money you get back from your taxes can help you achieve your goals. Using a tax refund is a common tactic for buyers and sellers.

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• If youre a homeowner, your net worth has gotten a big boost. Thats because recent home price appreciation has increased your equity.
• Your equity grows as you pay down your loan and as your home increases in value. Over the past year, the average homeowners equity grew by $55,300.
• Ready to sell? Lets connect to talk about how you can use that equity to fuel your next