We’ve been living in a seller’s housing market for more than two years now. And while we expect it to swing back in favor of buyers soon, it doesn’t mean that homes will automatically become uber-affordable. If you want to …
Buying a Villa in Ohio? Psst — Here’s 5 Secrets
If you’re researching potential new homes to buy, you’ve probably heard about villa-style living. These homes are growing in popularity thanks to their convenient design features, private outdoor spaces, and quality surrounding communities. They’ve proven to be a great choice …
The 6 Hottest Housing Markets in the US
In 2023, housing markets across the country are expected to swing toward being a buyer’s market — but that doesn’t mean they’re all cooling off completely. The homebuying landscape has changed dramatically over the past few years as the pandemic …
Buying a Condo: All You Wanted to Know
Condo living is a great alternative to a traditional single home for many homebuyers, but it’s different in some major ways from buying a traditional home. Lifestyle, HOA regulations, space (or lack thereof), outdoor access, pet policies, fees — these …
Should You Build a New Home or Buy an Existing One?
Building a new home vs. buying an existing one: it’s a question you might be asking if you’re in the market to buy a home. More than a third of homes on the market are currently new construction — the …
Millennials Buying Homes: 6 Things They’re Looking For
Are millennials buying homes? It’s a question the real estate industry has been paying close attention to for well over a decade — since millennials aged into homebuying. It wasn’t a total surprise when they were slower to buy homes …
When You Need a Real Estate Agent to Buy a New Construction Home
Thinking about buying a new construction home? One of your first questions might be about whether you should hire a real estate agent. The short answer: yes! You’re not required to hire an agent, but having one gives you an …
How to Buy and Sell a House at the Same Time
Are you selling and buying a house at the same time? If so, the process ahead may seem daunting — and there’s no denying that it can be complicated. That’s why it’s important to know exactly how to navigate it …
How to Tell When You’re Ready to Stop Renting
One of the most common paths to home ownership is renting for a few (or more) years until you’re ready to buy your first home. People take this path for many reasons: to figure out where they want to live, …
The 8 Cheapest Housing Markets in the US
Across the United States, potential homebuyers are facing one of the most competitive housing markets in recent history. Historically low interest rates in 2020 and 2021 encouraged potential homebuyers to officially go on the hunt for a new home. While …