There are great advantages to owning a home, yet many people continue to rent. The financial benefits are just some of...

Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait until after the holidays to list their houses. Similarly,...

Thanksgiving is our favorite holiday. Meal planning, pie making and table setting are my favorite activities. But the...

Some Highlights: With interest rates around 3.66%, now is a great time to look back at where they’ve been over the...

The economy is currently experiencing the longest recovery in our nation’s history. The stock market has hit record...

Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing homes in the entry and middle-level tiers of the...

Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland, a Certified Financial Planner and Real Estate...

In a recent article, First American shared how millennials are not really any different from previous generations when...

Some Highlights: Historically, the choice between renting and buying a home has been a tough decision. Looking at the...

Some are afraid the real estate market may be looking a lot like it did prior to the housing crash in 2008. One of the...

Buyers are out in full force this fall, increasing the demand for homebuying in all four regions of the...

In the third quarter of 2019, the U.S. homeownership rate rose again, signaling another strong indicator of the current...

Today, on Veterans Day, we salute those who have served our country in war or peace, and we thank them for their...

Some Highlights: The Veterans Administration (VA) Home Loan is a benefit that is available to more than 22 million...

Home buying activity (demand) is up, and the number of available listings (supply) is down. When demand outpaces...

Millennials have waited longer than any other generation to become homeowners, but the wait for this cohort is just...

When you’re ready to buy, you’ll need to determine if you prefer the charm of an existing home or the look and feel of...

Many sellers believe spring is the best time to put their homes on the market because buyer demand traditionally...

Every Hour in the U.S. Housing Market:  614 Homes Are Sold 95 Homes Regain Positive Equity Median Home Values Go Up $1.38  ...

A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from the real estate market because they’re uncertain about the...

Looking for some ghoulish fun this Halloween? Here are my favorites to have a spook-tacular experience in...

The gap between the increase in personal income and residential real estate prices has been used to defend the concept...

Tom Petty famously penned the words, “the waiting is the hardest part” in his early 80’s hit song The Waiting, and his...

Listing Your Home During the Holidays. (Yes, You Can Do It!) Does anyone else feel like we are in the downward slide...

Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home today, instead of waiting. 1. Prices Will Continue to...

Some Highlights: Many potential homebuyers believe they need a 20% down payment and a 780 FICO® score to qualify to...

Much has been written about how residential real estate values have increased since the housing market started its...

Did you know that 1 in 6 Americans currently live in a multigenerational household? According to Generations United,...

To understand today’s complex real estate market, it is critical to have a local, trusted advisor on your side – for...

In today’s market, low inventory dominates the conversation in many areas of the country. It can often be frustrating...

Some Highlights: The National Association of REALTORS® surveyed their members for the release of their Confidence...

Today’s real estate market is nothing like the 2008 market. When an economic slowdown happens, it won’t resemble the...

If you’re searching for a home online, you’re not alone; lots of people are doing it. The question is, are you using...

Gen Zers are the next generation of homeowners, and they’re eager to jump in and buy their first homes. Whether you are...

Based on the current state of the market, trends are shifting in favor of sellers. If you are going to sell, now may be...

Some Highlights: Many buyers are purchasing homes with down payments as little as 3%. You may already qualify for a...

In today’s world, hiring an agent who has a finger on the pulse of the market will make your buying or selling...

Recently two U.S. Census Bureau researchers released their findings on the biggest determinants of household wealth....

It’s common knowledge that your FICO® score plays an important role in the homebuying process. However, many buyers...

Contrary to common misconception, a down payment is often much less than many believe. According to the ‘2019 Home...

Welcome to The South, where the summer lingers for a loooong time. It’s still over 90 degrees here in Nashville, but...

Some Highlights: Learning the lingo of homebuying is an important part of feeling successful when buying a home. From...

The residential real estate market has been plodding along for most of the year. However, three recent reports show the...

By making a few key upgrades to your home, you’ll save on your utility bills and improve the energy efficiency of your...

You made an offer and it was accepted. Your next task is to have the home inspected prior to closing. Agents often...

The latest edition of the Realtors Confidence Index from NAR sheds some light on the relationship between seller...

Some Highlights: The “cost of waiting to buy” is defined as the additional funds necessary to buy a home if prices and...

When people talk about homeownership and the American Dream, much of the conversation revolves around the financial...

According to a new study from realtor.com, the week of September 22 is the best time of year to buy a home, making it...

If you’re thinking about remodeling your house before you list it, take a look at these three tips to help you decide...

In today’s real estate market, more houses are coming to market every day. Eager buyers are searching for their dream...