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Think Nobody’s Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.

If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just...
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Homes Are Now Selling Faster Than a Year Ago — First Time Since April 2024

FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 13, 2026 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Even if you're on...
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His, Hers & Ours: How a Reverse Mortgage Can Help Protect Blended Families

As more people find love later in life, a new financial planning challenge is becoming...
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What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community

Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels...
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More Buyers Are Choosing to Own Instead of Rent — First Time Since 2023

FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 6, 2026 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “Success is the sum...
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7 Ways to Use a Seller Credit (And How to Actually Ask for One)

If you’ve been house hunting lately, you’ve probably run the math on offering less than...
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Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021

Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home....
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The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates....

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that's true – nationally. But...
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Mortgage Rates Hold — But Here’s What’s Really Moving the Market

FOR THE WEEK OF JUNE 29, 2026 QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The secret to longevity...