For Buyers

Oct. 12, 2026

Why There are More Homes for Sale Right Now (and What It Means for You)



Mortgage rates being back above 7% isn't exactly the news most people wanted. But it’s changing the market in ways that matter whether you’re buying or selling.

The number of homes for sale is growing faster than it was this time last year. And interestingly, the main reason …

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Oct. 12, 2026

Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home



With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now. 

Everyday expenses cost more. Mortgage rates are higher than you’d like. And when the economy feels uncertain, taking on a mortgage can feel like a much bigger leap. But here’s some perspective that …

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Oct. 7, 2026

Myth vs. Reality: Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates?



You've probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you're planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you.

With all the headlines, it’s easy to think the Fed sets mortgage rates. That’s actually a …

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Oct. 5, 2026

Two Moves That Can Get You Into Your First Home Sooner



For a lot of first-time buyers, owning a home can feel perpetually a few years out of reach. Saving for a down payment takes time, and each year you spend renting can make owning feel further off.

But buying your first home doesn’t have to happen to feel …

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Sept. 30, 2026

Hoping for (or Dreading) a Housing Crash? The Experts Just Weighed In.



Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will.

A recent survey from Clever found 58% of Gen Z buyers are actually rooting for a crash, just so homeownership feels within reach.

So, what do …

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Sept. 28, 2026

The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d Get.



You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that's left you reluctant to buy a home, here's what you need to remember… 

That's not necessarily the number you'd get. 

It's a common misconception that …

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Sept. 24, 2026

Why So Many Sellers Are Cutting Their Price Right Now



Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on.

Sellers tend to worry a cut means walking away with less than they hoped. Sometimes that’s true, but more often it just means the market moved …

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Sept. 23, 2026

There Are 4 Types of Housing Markets Right Now. Which 1 Are You In?



Today’s housing market splits into four distinct types. You’ve got cash buyers, buyers financing a purchase, owners who feel locked into a low rate, and builders with homes to sell. Which type you’re in changes how you should buy or sell. Ryan Serhant, CEO of SERHANT agrees:

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Sept. 21, 2026

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now



If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night. And as you watch mortgage rates tick up again lately, it’s fair to wonder if you should just hit pause and wait for them to go down.

For now, though, they’re …

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Sept. 16, 2026

The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here



Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect.

Yes, mortgage rates have been ticking up lately – and that’s creating some real challenges with affordability. No one’s arguing that. …

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