by Lori Neighbors | Oct 14, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, For Sellers, Inventory, Real Estate Insights, Selling Tips
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,...
by Lori Neighbors | Oct 12, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, Real Estate Insights, Rent vs. Buy
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...
by Lori Neighbors | Oct 7, 2026 | Affordability, Agent Value, Buying Tips, Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate Insights, Selling Tips
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...
by Lori Neighbors | Oct 5, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Real Estate Insights, Rent vs. Buy
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 like a far...
by Lori Neighbors | Sep 30, 2026 | Buying Tips, Equity, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Forecasts, Home Prices, Real Estate Insights
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 the forecasts actually...
by Lori Neighbors | Sep 28, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates, Real Estate Insights
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...
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