For Buyers

June 3, 2026

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026



If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.

The truth is: a lot changed …

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June 1, 2026

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers



You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

That’s the reality for a lot of buyers right now. Affordability is tight.

But don’t let that discourage you. Going …

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May 27, 2026

The Truth About Affordability Today



Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability. Because you deserve someone who will be honest and transparent about what’s going on, especially if you’ve got a move on your mind.

Here’s the full picture of what’s happening and why. The good – and the …

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May 26, 2026

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit



Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

But many are closer than they think. And you might be, too.

If you’re a Veteran, you probably know the Veterans Affairs (VA) home loan benefit …

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May 21, 2026

Newly Built Home Prices Hit a 5-Year Low



If you’ve always assumed a newly built home is just not in your budget, you should know the math just got a little friendlier.

The median sale price of a newly built home is now at its lowest level since 2021, according to the latest data from …

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May 20, 2026

Record High Mortgage Debt Sounds Scary. Here’s What the Headlines Leave Out.



You may have seen the headlines lately about mortgage debt in America hitting a record high. And maybe your brother-in-law brought it up at the dinner table like he’s been waiting all week to spark a debate.

Here's the thing. He's not wrong. But he only has half …

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Posted in For Buyers, For Sellers
May 18, 2026

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?



It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?”

With everything in the news, that concern makes some sense. No one wants to make a big financial decision at the wrong time. But here’s what’s …

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May 7, 2026

Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?



For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way. But some buyers are getting creative and finding a way to still make the numbers work – and that’s through co-buying.

The Dream Is Still Alive. The Math Just Isn’t …

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May 4, 2026

4 Ways To Give Your Offer an Edge This Spring



Looking to buy a home this season? Here's what you should know. 

Buyers have more leverage today than they’ve had in years. There are more homes to choose from and, in many areas, sellers are more open to negotiation. 

But that doesn’t mean competition is gone completely. …

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Posted in Buying Tips, For Buyers
April 27, 2026

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.



According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph below):

a graph of a line graphIf you’re wondering the same thing, …

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