February brought a small boost in pending home sales, signaling that buyers are cautiously returning to the market. According to the latest report from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), contract signings for home sales edged up as mortgage rates dipped and home prices moderated—but hurdles remain as spring …
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For many younger buyers, homeownership is starting to feel more attainable—but increasingly, it’s becoming a family effort.
A recent 2026 Planning & Progress Study by Northwestern Mutual, which surveyed more than 4,000 adults, found that 74% of parents with children at home are considering or actively planning …
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After a slow start to the year, the housing market is beginning to show some encouraging signs for buyers. According to the latest report from the National Association of REALTORS®, existing-home sales saw a slight increase in February as improving affordability and lower mortgage rates started bringing buyers back …
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The U.S. housing market is gradually shifting from a strong seller’s market toward a more balanced and slightly buyer-friendly market. Inventory has increased for the 27th straight month, homes are taking longer to sell, and price reductions and seller concessions are becoming more common. Mortgage rates dipping below …
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A new federal rule aimed at preventing money laundering in residential real estate is now in effect.
Under the rule, when a trust or legal entity purchases residential property without financing (including all-cash sales or transactions involving non-regulated lenders), closing or settlement agents must submit a report to the …
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When it comes to selling your home, there’s one decision that has the power to determine everything: your asking price.
It affects how quickly your home sells, whether buyers make an offer or scroll past your listing, and ultimately how much money you walk away with. Price it …
As winter fades and spring begins, the real estate market typically sees a predictable seasonal uptick in activity.
March marks a major turning point, with existing-home sales jumping an average of 33.5% from February — the largest month-to-month increase of the year. Warmer weather, longer daylight hours, and …
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At some point, the home that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore.
Maybe you need more space.
Maybe your dining room has permanently turned into a home office.
Maybe the layout simply doesn’t match how you live today.
If your current home …
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Mortgage rates are expected to decline somewhat over the next several quarters, which has implications for prospective homebuyers and sellers. But regardless of current mortgage rate trends, Americans will still have reasons to move, whether they want to downsize in retirement or need to relocate for a better job.
Here's what …
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There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines.
Buying a home is getting more affordable.
Monthly payments have started to come down, and the squeeze buyers have been feeling for the past few years is slowly loosening. Now, that doesn’t mean …
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