If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment. Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that's 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit, according to Veterans United. And that’s a big missed opportunity for those who’ve earned this benefit through service. So, let’s break down what you really need to know about Veterans Affairs (VA) home l

If you’ve seen headlines or social posts calling for a housing crash, it’s easy to wonder if home values are about to take a hit. But here’s the simple truth. The data doesn’t point to a crash. It points to slow, continued growth . And sure, it’s going to vary by local area. Some markets will see prices rise more than others. And some may even see small , short-term declines. But the big picture is: home prices are expected to rise nationally, not fall, over the next 5 years

There’s a trend taking hold in real estate right now: more buyers are choosing newly built homes. And it’s not just about getting the latest technology or modern floorplans. It’s because they may be able to get a better deal. Builders are offering serious incentives today, and people are jumping on them. In fact, new home sales just hit their highest level in over two years ( see graph below ): Why Builders Are Throwing in Perks There are more newly built homes for sale r

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If you’re planning to buy a home this year, there’s one expense you can’t afford to overlook: closing costs . Almost every buyer knows...

For the past couple of years, it’s been tough for a lot of homebuyers to make the numbers work. Home prices shot up. Mortgage rates too....

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean...

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Believe it or not, there are clear signs buyer interest is heating up again. Let’s talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes,...

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.”...

Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right now. The truth is, local markets are starting...

Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many...

Buying your first home is a big milestone – and the right support is going to make it a whole lot easier. Because while this process...

If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is...

Here’s something you need to know. The housing market is getting back to a healthier, more normal place. And even though it may not sound...

Life can feel a bit unpredictable these days. What’s happening with inflation? The economy? The housing market? But in the middle of all...

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, you might feel like the odds are stacked against you in today’s market. But there are resources and...