Category: Buying a Home
President-Elect Trump pledges significant policy shifts upon his return to the White House. What could they mean for the housing market? Key takeaways: Buyers will likely see mortgage rates around 7%, rising house prices, and more home sales. Sellers may see a... Read More
Buying land can be an exciting opportunity to bring your vision to life, whether you’re planning to build a custom home in Austin, TX, or invest in land in Atlanta, GA. Unlike purchasing a home, buying... Read More
Buying a home is a huge milestone, but without the right preparation, it can quickly become a complicated and overwhelming process. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or returning to the market, knowing exactly what you need to buy a house this year can help you save time, money,... Read More
14 housing trends that defined the year, including record house prices, a mortgage rate rollercoaster, and a sales sea-saw The 2024 housing market in many ways mirrored 2023: too few homes on the market, and not enough buyers willing to face high prices and mortgage rates. Read More
Key takeaways: If you have the means, now may be a good time to buy a house. The median U.S. home sale price hit $435,000 in October, following 16 months of year-over-year gains. Daily average mortgage rates topped 7% and... Read More
When you decide to sell your home and sign an agreement with an agent, one of the first things your agent will do is list your home on the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The MLS is... Read More
One common question buyers ask when entering the real estate market is whether they are responsible for paying their agent. Traditionally, many sellers have covered both the buyer’s and seller’s agent commissions, but recent changes in the real estate industry... Read More
Signing a contract with a real estate agent is an important step, whether you’re buying or selling a home. It formalizes your working relationship, outlines expectations, and gives the agent the right to represent you. But what happens if you’re not happy with the partnership? Can you back... Read More
When you’re buying a home, one of the most important pieces of the puzzle is working with a real estate agent to guide you through the process. But how do these agents get paid, and who is responsible for covering their fees? This is where buyer agency compensation... Read More
Key takeaways: The Fed just lowered their interest rate benchmark by 0.5%, which may be good news for homebuyers waiting for lower mortgage rates. If you want to beat the competition, now is a great time to buy a house. Daily average mortgage rates... Read More
When buying or selling a home, understanding real estate commissions is essential. These fees, typically a percentage of the final sale price, compensate agents for their services in guiding you through the process. However, contrary to popular belief, real estate commissions aren’t set in stone and can be... Read More
A buyer agency agreement outlines the formal relationship between a homebuyer and their real estate agent. But is it something you really need, and how does it impact your home search? With the recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) settlement, which took effect on August 17, the way... Read More