by Sonya Taylor | Feb 4, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips
Buying a home is an exciting journey, but it can also feel overwhelming at times. With so many steps involved, it’s easy to feel uncertain about where to start. Fortunately, there are two essential resources that can make the process much smoother, helping you find...
by Sonya Taylor | Jan 14, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers
Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions many of us will ever make. Among the various options available, the “fixer-upper” is a popular choice for those looking to put their personal stamp on a property and potentially save on initial purchase costs. But is a...
by Sonya Taylor | Dec 12, 2024 | Affordability
In today’s world, many people are feeling the strain of high living costs, especially in large urban centers. With rising housing prices, escalating utility bills, and general inflation, it’s no surprise that people are starting to consider moving to more affordable...
by Sonya Taylor | Sep 10, 2024 | Affordability, Buyers, Buying Tips, Mortgage Rates
Since the supply of homes for sale is growing and mortgage rates are coming down, you may be thinking it’s finally your moment to jump into the market. To make sure you’re ready, you need to get pre-approved for a mortgage. That’s when a lender looks at your finances,...
by Sonya Taylor | Aug 26, 2024 | Affordability, Mortgage Rates
You won’t find anyone who’s going to argue that mortgage rates have had a big impact on housing affordability over the past couple of years. But there is hope on the horizon. Rates have actually started to come down. And, recently they hit the lowest point we’ve seen...
by Sonya Taylor | Aug 13, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates
Over the past couple of years, a lot of people have had a hard time buying a home. And while affordability is still tight, there are signs it’s getting a little better and might keep improving throughout the rest of the year. Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist at...
