by Lisa Caron | Feb 4, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. With so many steps involved, it’s easy to feel uncertain about where to start. Fortunately, there are two essential resources that can make the process much smoother, helping you find...
by Lisa Caron | Jan 14, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions many of us will ever make. Among the various options available, the “fixer-upper” is a popular choice for those looking to put their personal stamp on a property and potentially save on initial purchase costs. But is a...
by Lisa Caron | Oct 16, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates
Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. That’s because, once they sell, they can use the equity they have in their current house toward their next down payment. And it’s why as home equity reaches a new height, the...
by Lisa Caron | Sep 18, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, New Construction
Even though affordability is improving, buying a home can still feel tough right now. But here’s some good news: builders are focusing their efforts on building smaller homes, and they’re offering key incentives to buyers. And both of these things can be a big help if...
by Lisa Caron | Aug 14, 2024 | Affordability, Economy
In recent years, there’s been a significant shift in how wealth is distributed among generations. It’s called the Great Wealth Transfer. Historically, the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next was a more gradual process, often limited to smaller amounts...
by Lisa Caron | Aug 7, 2024 | Affordability, Buyers, Economy, Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates have been one of the hottest topics in the housing market lately because of their impact on affordability. And if you’re someone who’s looking to make a move, you’ve probably been waiting eagerly for rates to come down for that very reason. Well, if the...
