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 ...

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 ...

When you put up your home for sale, keep in mind that last-minute notices to show it to prospective buyers are always a possibility. But we trust that you’ve done all the huge and critical tasks even before listing, including deep cleaning, depersonalizing, and making little but ...

Even though home prices have moderated over the last year, many homeowners still have an incredible amount of equity. But what is equity? In the simplest terms, equity is the difference between the market value of your home and the amount you owe on your mortgage.

Completing the sale of a home is a significant accomplishment for any homeowner. After what could be months of preparing, staging, home showings, and negotiating, it can feel like a significant weight is finally off your shoulders. It’s finally time to move on and celebrate, right?

Downsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. Homeowners who have experienced a change in their lives or no longer feel like their house fits ...

Home features — and whether they add to or detract from a property — are highly subjective. In other words, some features that attract you to a property might actually turn other people off about that same property. And while differing opinions are fine, there are certain home features ...

Selling a home can be a daunting task, especially for those who are unfamiliar with the intricacies of a real estate transaction. Even if you’re more than prepared to get your property on the market with a trusted real estate agent, you probably just can’t get down to business without ...

If you're thinking about renovating your home, it's important to do your research and plan carefully. Renovations can be costly and time-consuming, so it's essential to have a clear understanding of what you want to achieve and how much it will cost before you start.

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As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in the news or on social media about a price ...

Thinking about selling your house? If you’ve been waiting for the right time, it could be now while the supply of homes for sale is so low.

You certainly don’t have to take classes or pass an exam if you want to sell your house. Here’s a quick quiz to help you see what decisions you’d get right, and learn from the ones you get wrong so you will be prepared to listen to the advice of your agent when the time comes.

If you're contemplating selling your home, you're not alone. Many homeowners are weighing the pros and cons of making a move. But have you thought about the reasons why you might want to sell your house? Let's take a look at some of the top reasons why homeowners decide to sell, ...

Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house and have hired a real estate agent to help, they’ll ask how much access to your home you want to give potential buyers. Your answer matters more now than it did in recent years. Here’s why…

One of the benefits of being a homeowner is that you build equity over time. By selling your house, that equity can be used toward purchasing your next home. But before you ...

When you’re planning a home renovation project, it’s important to hire the right contractor—and if you want to hire the right contractor, it’s important to have the right conversations. But what, exactly, are those must-have conversations?

Whether you're embarking on your first house-hunting journey or it’s time to sell your beloved home, one thing is certain: you’re likely to encounter the term MLS, which stands for Multiple Listing Service. But exactly is it?

It’s not an uncommon real estate scenario for homeowners to buy a new property and then, as a way to generate income, keep their old property as a rental.

But how do you determine if that scenario is the right one for you?

If you're thinking of selling your home this year, one of the many things you might be considering is whether or not you should hire a real estate agent. You think you know a few potential buyers, so you’re being tempted to try to sell your home yourself and just pocket the cash you ...