Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn’t changed in 14 years.  It’s real

If you’ve been thinking about selling, you’ve probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there’s a big difference between a

Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too.  That’s why whether

If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you’re not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability

Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you’ve been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there’s

Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflation is high, costs are high, and you

Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home. And with affordability as tight as it’s been lately, it’s

You’ve probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates. Stretched budgets. Headlines that make buying or selling sound like

You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the

When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the decision

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking, “Wait…

Open up a home search and you’ll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer. Most buyers scroll

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down. Some believe

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying “no” to just about everything. No repairs. No concessions. No negotiation. If buyers wanted the

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: “Maybe I’ll just wait until later this year once things calm

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there’s a little good news.  Asking prices have started to come down.

Whether you’re dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you’re in, affordability is probably weighing

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here’s what’s actually going on, why it

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone. Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven’t picked up like expected. And many buyers