Homeownership

Aug. 6, 2025

A Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan



Are you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday?

According to Intuit, 69% of people say today’s financial environment makes it tough to plan for the future, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll ever be able to retire. That’s why many people are exploring new ways to …

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Aug. 4, 2025

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)



Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.

“I’ll never save enough.”

“I need a small fortune just to get started.”

“I guess I’ll just rent forever.”

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And …

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July 15, 2025

The 5-Year Rule for Home Prices

 

If recent home price headlines have you feeling worried, here’s some perspective. Home values almost always go up in the long run. And the long-term gains offset any short-term dips. Basically, if you plan to live there for 5 or more years, you should be able to …

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June 19, 2025

3 Reasons To Buy a Home This Summer



Are you thinking about buying a home, but not sure if now’s the right time? A lot of people are waiting and wondering what the market’s going to do next. But here’s something only the savviest buyers realize:

This summer might actually be the best time to …

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June 5, 2025

The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell



Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house looks its best when you sell. And proper staging can be a great way to do just that.

What Is Home Staging?

It’s not about …

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April 23, 2025

The Equity You’ll Miss Out on

Do you think waiting to buy might save you money? Think again.

While today’s market isn’t always easy, the longer you wait, the more you’ll spend.

Experts say home prices will keep climbing for at least the next 5 years – and on the typical $400K home, …

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Feb. 21, 2025

Home updates that pay off when you sell

With more homes for sale and buyers being more selective, it’s smart to make strategic updates.​ But how do you decide what’s worth doing? ​You lean on an agent. An agent will be able to tell you what buyers want, quick wins that’ll have a big impact, and what …

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Dec. 5, 2024

Why Owning a Home Is Worth It in the Long Run



Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second-guessing whether it's still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are definitely important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. 

Think of it this way. If you know …

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Sept. 25, 2024

Why Buying Now May Be Worth It in the Long Run



Should you buy a home now or should you wait? That’s a question a lot of people have these days. And while what’s right for you is going to depend on a lot of different factors, here’s something you’ll want to consider as you make your decision.

As …

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Sept. 19, 2024

Here are 4 ways the Federal Reserve's big rate cut could change the housing market

This photo shows a two-story white house for sale in Los Angeles in August 2024. A

 

Read the Article on NPR

After months of anticipation, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates on Wednesday by half a percentage point.

That will have an impact on the housing market — but it's unlikely to make a huge difference for those struggling to afford …

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