Housing Market Forecasts for the Second Half of the Year Thursday May 8th, 2025 Mortgage Rates, Forecasts     From rising home prices to mortgage rate swings, the housing market has left a lot of people wondering what’s next – and whether now is really the right time to move. There is one place you can turn to for answers you want the most. And that’s the experts. Leading housing experts are starting to release their projections for the rest of the year. These insi... read more

    Stocks May Be Volatile, but Home Values Aren’t Tuesday May 6th, 2025 Home Prices, Economy     With all the uncertainty in the economy, the stock market has been bouncing around more than usual. And if you’ve been watching your 401(k) or investments lately, chances are you’ve felt that pit in your stomach. One day it’s up. The next day, it’s not. And that may make you feel a little worried about your finances. But here’s the thing y... read more

The 20% Down Payment Myth, Debunked Monday May 5th, 2025 For Buyers, First-Time Buyers, Affordability, Buying Tips     Saving up to buy a home can feel a little intimidating, especially right now. And for many first-time buyers, the idea that you have to put 20% down can feel like a major roadblock. But that’s actually a common misconception. Here’s the truth. Do You Really Have To Put 20% Down When You Buy a Home? Unless your specific loan type or lender req... read more

Your Home Equity Could Make Moving Possible Friday May 2nd, 2025 For Sellers, Infographics, Equity, Selling Tips       Some Highlights   Thanks to recent home price appreciation, homeowners have near record amounts of equity – and you may too. On average, homeowners have $311K worth of equity. Once you sell, you can use it to fund your down payment on your next home or maybe even to buy a smaller house in cash. If you w... read more

What an Economic Slowdown Could Mean for the Housing Market Thursday May 1st, 2025 For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates, Economy     Talk about the economy is all over the news, and the odds of a recession are rising this year. That’s leaving a lot of people wondering what it means for the value of their home – and their buying power. Let’s take a look at some historical data to show what’s happened in the housing market during each recession, go... read more