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What You Need To Know About Concessions

What Is a Seller Concession? A concession is something a seller offers to make their...
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Online Home-Buying Search Terms Recently Hit 2-Year High

Believe it or not, there are clear signs buyer interest is heating up again. Let’s...
Inside Lending update on affordability and activity.

Affordability Improves, Buyer Activity Stays Strong

Inside Lending For the week of AUGUST 11, 2025 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Never make...
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A Second Home Might Be the Missing Piece in Your Retirement Plan

Are you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday? According to Intuit, 69% of people say...
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Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think

Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell...
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Still think you need 20% down to buy a home?

Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when...
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Home Prices Cool, Inventory Rises—More Balance for Buyers and Sellers

Inside Lender For the week of AUGUST 4, 2025 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Every exit...
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3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High

Thursday July 31st, 2025 When selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number,...
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What Credit Score Do You Really Need To Buy a Home?

Wednesday July 30th, 2025 According to Fannie Mae, 90% of buyers don’t actually know what credit score lenders are looking for,...
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Today’s Tale of Two Housing Markets

Depending on where you live, the housing market could feel red-hot or strangely quiet right...