Market Updates

Feb. 9, 2026

Why Townhomes Are Popular with Today’s First-Time Buyers

Why Townhomes Are Popular with Today’s First-Time Buyers

BLOGFebruary 9, 2026


Buying your first home can feel frustrating when the numbers don’t line up the way you expected. You may know you’re ready but finding something that fits your life and your budget is the hard part.

That’s where …

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Feb. 9, 2026

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

BLOGFebruary 5, 2026

3 min read

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see:

  • Mortgage rates drop a little more.
  • More homes …
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Feb. 3, 2026

Your Game Plan for Buying Your First Home List

 

 

 

Buying your first home can feel like a tough matchup today – which is why so many first-time buyers stay on the sidelines, waiting for an assist from the market. But the buyers who actually win don’t wait for the market to help them out. They take …

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Feb. 2, 2026

Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For

Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For

BLOGFebruary 2, 2026


Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. And homeowner’s insurance is what protects that investment. Think of it as your safety net. NerdWallet explains it:

  • Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: …
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Jan. 29, 2026

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

BLOGJanuary 29, 2026




For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real.

According to Realtor.com and the Census, nearly 12,000 people will turn 65 every day for the next two years. …

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Jan. 26, 2026

You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market BLOG January 26, 2026 For BuyersBuying Tips 2 min read When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, t

You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market

BLOGJanuary 26, 2026

2 min read

When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking:

  • What’s wrong …

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Jan. 22, 2026

Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

BLOGJanuary 22, 2026

3 min read

If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening. And they recently crossed an important milestone. Rates officially dipped …

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Jan. 20, 2026

Inventory Will Rise Another 10 Percent in 2026

 

Still trying to find the perfect home? Here’s the good news. Experts project the number of homes for sale will keep climbing, with inventory expected to rise another 9-10% percent this year. That means more choices and more chances to find what you've been searching for. Want to see …

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Jan. 12, 2026

The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back

The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back

BLOGJanuary 12, 2026


Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back.

According to a Bankrate  …

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Jan. 7, 2026

Thinking about Selling Your House As-Is? Read This First. BLOG January 7, 202

Thinking about Selling Your House As-Is? Read This First.

BLOGJanuary 7, 202

3 min read

If you’re thinking about selling your house this year, you may be torn between two options:

  • Do you sell it as-is and make it easier on yourself? No repairs. No effort.
  • Or do you …
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