Saving up enough to buy a home can feel impossible. But with a solid saving plan, anyone can put away enough for a down payment on the […]
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Today’s Mortgage Rates & Trends
September 21, 2022: Rates keep rising Mortgage rates jumped for a third consecutive day Tuesday, with the 30-year average adding more than a quarter of […]
15 Ways to Cut Down on Your Home Electric Bill in Winter
The colder months often bring higher energy bills for homeowners. If you live in the north with harsh winters, heating your home may be more […]
Owning an Old House: Charming Love Affair or Expensive Money Pit?
From a 1920s bungalow or stately three-story Victorian to a rustic stone farmhouse, a lot of us love old houses for their sturdiness, quirky charm, and […]
A Guide To Housing Market Predictions For 2022
Like the year before, 2021 was an interesting time for real estate. The pandemic helped to create one of the most competitive housing markets in recent […]
Life Goes On: Tips for Living in a For-Sale Home
One of the toughest challenges while selling your home is keeping it “show ready” while you are still living your life there. Life is often […]
Help Buying a New Home
Learn about government programs that make it easier to purchase a home. Programs to Help You Pay for a Home The Department of Housing and […]
The Ultimate Home-Buying Checklist: 12 Ways to Prepare to Buy a House
Even a first-time home buyer knows that a new home is not an impulse purchase. You can’t just waltz in and declare, “I’ll take it!” Long before you get […]
10 Expenses of Home Ownership You Need to Know
Are you thinking about taking the plunge into homeownership for the first time? Becoming a homeowner can be an excellent decision for many Americans. Not […]
8 Reasons to Choose a Real Estate Agent Over “For Sale By Owner”
Why it’s worth getting a pro to sell your home When you sell your home yourself—also known as “for sale by owner” (FSBO)—it may seem like […]