Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home, and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. But while it’s important to make your home your own, it’s also smart to think about the long-term impact your renovations could have on its value.
Read on to learn how to maximize beauty, functionality and value of your home with the top home design trends for 2023!
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. Since then, both demand and price appreciation have tapered, as the primary challenge for homebuyers has shifted from availability to affordability.
Read on for analysis and predictions from industry experts on what we can expect in 2023.
You don’t have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still plenty of opportunities to eke out extra savings. Here are some strategies to boost your holiday budget by trimming household expenses
Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled.
Fortunately, we’ve developed a listing strategy that combines our proven approach to preparation, pricing and promotion—all designed to help you get top dollar for your home.
In today’s whirlwind market, you may find it particularly challenging to pinpoint the best time to start exploring homeownership.
But is renting a better alternative? Rents have also soared along with inflation – and are likely to continue climbing due to a persistent housing shortage. And while homebuyers can lock in a set mortgage payment, renters are at the mercy of these rising costs for the foreseeable future.
Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty.
 This climate has been unsettling for some homebuyers and sellers. However, with proper planning, you can work toward qualifying for the best mortgage rates available today – and open up the possibility of refinancing at a lower rate in the future.
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. But you don’t have to do it all alone, either.
No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. But many of these complications are avoidable when you have a skilled and knowledgeable real estate agent by your side. Here are seven common mistakes that many home sellers make.
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record.
And while some had hoped 2022 would bring a return to normalcy, the U.S. real estate market continues to boom, despite rising interest rates and decreasing affordability.
 So what’s driving this persistent demand? And is there an end in sight? Here are three factors impacting the real estate market right now.
A lack of inventory, high prices and climbing mortgage rates have left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. If you’ve been struggling to buy a home, we have some good news. While it’s true that a high offer price gets attention, most sellers consider a variety of factors when evaluating an offer. Read on for all the details!