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The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What's Next
Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place?

Paula Swenson
5 hours ago0 min read


Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way In.
Today's home prices have a lot of buyers – especially first-time buyers – wondering if there’s even anything out there that’s in their budget.

Paula Swenson
1 day ago0 min read


More Homes, Better Prices: A Buyer’s Summer
If you’ve thought about buying a home in the past few years, you may have run into two frustrations: asking prices that kept climbing and too few homes to choose from.

Paula Swenson
3 days ago0 min read


14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment
Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn't changed in 14 years.

Paula Swenson
Jul 160 min read


Think Nobody's Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.
If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared.

Paula Swenson
Jul 150 min read


The “Take It or Leave It” Attitude Is Fading from the Market – What That Means for You
Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too.

Paula Swenson
Jul 130 min read


What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026
If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one.

Paula Swenson
Jul 90 min read


Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.
Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you've been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there's a good chance they've been on your mind lately.

Paula Swenson
Jul 80 min read


What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community
Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger.

Paula Swenson
Jul 60 min read


Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021
Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home.

Paula Swenson
Jul 20 min read


The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think
You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately.

Paula Swenson
Jul 10 min read


The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now
You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off.

Paula Swenson
Jun 290 min read


Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around.
When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence.

Paula Swenson
Jun 250 min read


More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.
You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market.

Paula Swenson
Jun 240 min read


That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal
Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.

Paula Swenson
Jun 220 min read


Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.
Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In many markets, those days are behind us.

Paula Swenson
Jun 180 min read


Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here's What the Experts Actually Expect.
One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.

Paula Swenson
Jun 170 min read


Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.
A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything.

Paula Swenson
Jun 150 min read


Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer
A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: <em>"Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down."</em>

Paula Swenson
Jun 110 min read


Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers
If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news.

Paula Swenson
Jun 110 min read
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