Homeownership Articles

There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers.

The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring.

If you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge.

• Since inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home.
• Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search.

If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process.

Owning a home means having a place that’s solely your own and provides the space, features, and location you and your loved ones need.

In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials.

As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here.

• The inspection is a major part of the home selling process.
• Many buyers used to waive inspections to be more competitive with their offer, but recently, inspections and repairs are becoming popular again.

Over the last year, the housing market’s gone through significant change. 

Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? 

Thinking about selling your house?

The spring season appears to be warming up in housing as more and more buyers enter the market. 

• Buying a home is a major way to build wealth and gain financial stability.
• That’s why, across different income levels, the largest part of most homeowners’ net worth is their equity.

We’re still in a sellers’ market.