Every homeowner will come to a point in their ownership journey when they must consider the age-old homeowner's debate: Is it time to refinance the mortgage or sell the house? Selling your home is a very personal decision, and there are a lot of... (Read More)

Homeowner associations, or HOAs, are becoming more common, especially for newly built homes. According to a 2020 Foundation for Community Association Research report, some 73.9 million Americans live under such an arrangement. More than 75 percent... (Read More)

The journey to homeownership is a major milestone, but for many first-time buyers in 2025, finding an affordable starter home is more challenging than ever. With a shortage of smaller, budget-friendly homes, buyers need to explore creative... (Read More)

For many first-time homebuyers, the road to homeownership feels straightforward—get your financial documents in order, qualify for a mortgage, and move into your dream home. However, the mortgage process can get a little more complicated if your... (Read More)

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting yet nerve-wracking experiences you’ll go through. It’s normal to feel anxious when navigating the homebuying process, especially with the current state of the housing market. With rising... (Read More)

Every first-time homebuyer faces this age-old debate: Should you buy a house or build one? According to Realtors.com, the median home price is $425,000. However, the national average cost of building is $329,000 for a 2594-square-foot home, which... (Read More)

Every first-time homebuyer faces this age-old debate: Should you buy a house or build one? According to Realtors.com, the median home price is $425,000. However, the national average cost of building is $329,000 for a 2594-square-foot home, which... (Read More)

Buying your first home is an exciting process. But once the papers are all signed and you’ve moved all your stuff in, the excitement wears off, and you have to get used to living in a new space. Sometimes, it takes a while for the new house to... (Read More)

For years, the conventional wisdom in real estate was to start with an older, more affordable house as your 'starter home.' The idea was to build equity in a less expensive property and then trade up to a more expensive home later. However, with the... (Read More)