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 remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming.That's why so many people are asking the same question: Will the second...
What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community
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Jul 6th, 2026
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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 want to be sure the timing is right before you make your move. But if you...
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Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021
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Jul 2nd, 2026
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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 fair to wonder how anyone manages it right now. Here’s something you may not have seen coming. Some people are getting...
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The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think
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Jul 1st, 2026
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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 a terrible idea. But the data tells a very different story. This isn't 2020 or 2021. It was never going to be. Those were the "unicorn...
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The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now
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Jun 29th, 2026
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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 picture looks completely different depending on where you are.Some areas are still seeing solid price...
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