Some Highlights

• There are only about half the number of homes for sale compared to the last normal years in the market.
• That means buyers dont have enough options right now. So, if you work with an agent to list your house, it should be in the spotlight.
• If you're thinking of selling, get in touch with a local real estate agent so your house can

Theres been talk about a recession for quite a while now. But the economy has been remarkably resilient. Why? One reason is employment and wages have stayed strong. Lets look at the latest information on each one and why both are good news if youre thinking about selling your

The housing market continues to shift and change, and in a fast-moving landscape like were in right now, its more important than ever to have a trusted real estate agent on your side. Whether youre buying your first home or selling once again, its mission critical to work with an expert who can guide you through each unique step of the

If you remember the housing crash back in 2008, you may recall just how popular adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) were back then. And after years of being virtually nonexistent, more people are once again using ARMs when buying a home. Lets break down why thats happening and why this isnt cause for

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is set to release its most recent Existing Home Sales (EHS) report tomorrow. This monthly release provides information on the volume of sales and price trends for homes that have previously been owned. In the upcoming release, itll likely

Some Highlights

• With ongoing high inflation pushing up everyday costs, some people are worried that'll create a flood of foreclosures. Here's why that's unlikely.
• Fewer people are seriously behind on mortgage payments right now. If foreclosures were going to rise a lot, more people would need to be late on their payments.
• Since most are paying on time, a wave isnt

In todays housing market, there are two main affordability challenges impacting buyers: mortgage rates that are higher than theyve been the past couple of years, and rising home prices caused by low inventory. To overcome those challenges, many people are working with their agents to find less expensive homes. And with newly built homes making up a historically large

The rising cost of just about everything from groceries to gas right now is leading to speculation that more people wont be able to afford their mortgage payments. And thats creating concern that a lot of foreclosures are on the horizon. While its true that

If youre a homeowner, you might be torn on whether or not to sell your house right now. Maybe thats because you dont want to take on a higher mortgage rate on your next home. If thats your biggest hurdle, understanding your equity may be exactly what you need to help you feel more comfortable making your move.

What Equity Is and How It

Plenty of people are still moving these days. And if youre thinking of making a move yourself, you may be considering the inventory and affordability challenges in the housing market and wondering what you can do to help offset those. A new report from Gravy Analytics provides insight into where people are searching for homes and what theyre prioritizing most right now. That information could help you plan your own