A recent antitrust lawsuit involving the National Association of Realtors (NAR) might significantly change how real estate agents get paid in the US. Traditionally, agents earned a commission on the property sale, which was split between the... (Read More)

Owning a home is expensive, but homeowners have an advantage that renters don't when paying their taxes. You can write off different house expenses in many ways to reduce your tax burden. Here are four main tax deductions to keep in... (Read More)

Spring and summer are typically the busiest seasons in real estate. When moving, buyers and sellers like to take advantage of the warmer weather and school breaks. But this year, the market is in a state of flux. Mortgage rates remain high, housing... (Read More)

Many would-be homeowners have been waiting to buy a house for the past few years as mortgage rates have gone up and down. Some hope to buy their house at the right time to qualify for the best mortgage rate. While your mortgage rate is essential to... (Read More)

Buying a foreclosure home can be a great way to save money on your purchase. But it’s not an easy process. Properties in foreclosure come with a lot of red tape, delays and difficulties that can make the process challenging. The first thing you... (Read More)

Shopping for a home is not like a trip to the grocery store. For example, you may have a list of things you need at the grocery store. You can't deviate from that list without facing a dinner-time problem later. When buying a house, you may have a... (Read More)

In Clark Fork, Idaho, there is a property known as the Bulbous House. This unique home, built in 1999, is green and curvy outside with a center dome structure and two appendages on each side. Concrete and wire were used to create the... (Read More)

If your goal last year was to buy a home, and it didn’t happen, we’re here for you. The 2023 buying season was a rollercoaster of ups and downs for many would-be homeowners. There was a bit of everything to make buying a house difficult... (Read More)

Buying a rental property can be a wise investment if you know what you are doing. But you have to plan and consider all the implications of your decision. Otherwise, you may find yourself tied down to a property that costs you more money than it... (Read More)