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  • Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges

    Mortgage Forbearance: A Helpful Option for Homeowners Facing Challenges

    Let’s face it – life can throw some curveballs. Whether it’s a job loss, unexpected bills, or a natural disaster, financial struggles can happen to anyone. But here’s the good news. If you’re a homeowner feeling the squeeze, there’s a lifeline that many people don’t realize is still available: mortgage forbearance. What Is Mortgage Forbearance?…

  • Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

    Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market

    Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros. Experts are constantly updating and revising their forecasts, so here’s the latest on two…

  • Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market

    Time in the Market Beats Timing the Market

    Trying to decide whether it makes more sense to buy a home now or wait? There’s a lot to consider, from what’s happening in the market to your changing needs. But generally speaking, aiming to time the market isn’t a good strategy – there are too many factors at play for that to even be…

  • Get Ready To Buy a Home in 2025

    Get Ready To Buy a Home in 2025

    Some Highlights If buying a home is on your goal sheet this year, here’s how to make it happen. Focus on improving your credit, planning for your down payment, getting pre-approved, and prioritizing your wish list. But first, connect with a trusted agent and lender so you have expert advice every step of the way.

  • Home Staging FAQ: What You Need To Know

    Home Staging FAQ: What You Need To Know

    You may have heard that staging your home properly can make a big difference when you sell your house, but what exactly is home staging, and is it really worth your time and effort? Here are a few quick FAQs that can help you decide how much you should prioritize staging as you prep for…

  • New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025

    New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025

    This is the time when a lot of people take a moment to reflect and set their goals for this year. And as you picture what you want your 2025 to look like, one thing that may pop into your mind is the vision of you in a new home. But how do you get…

  • Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First Home

    Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First Home

    Turning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan. And if buying your first home is on your list of goals, now’s the perfect time to put a plan in motion to help you save. And the best part? Reaching your savings goal doesn’t mean making huge sacrifices overnight – small, consistent steps…

  • How Eco-Friendly Features Can Boost Your Home’s Value

    How Eco-Friendly Features Can Boost Your Home’s Value

    Selling your house? Or just looking to increase the value and appeal of your home for when you do? Here’s something you should know – homebuyers are increasingly looking for homes with environmentally friendly features. What Energy Efficient Features Do Buyers Want? According to recent data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), when buyers…

  • Why More Sellers Are Hiring a Real Estate Agent

    Why More Sellers Are Hiring a Real Estate Agent

    Some Highlights More homeowners are realizing they need an agent’s help in this complex market – and that’s why a record-low number of people are selling without a pro by their side. Without an agent’s help, tackling pricing, staging and repairs, paperwork, negotiation, and more can be a real headache. Selling without a pro isn’t…

  • What’s Motivating More Buyers To Choose a Newly Built Home?

    What’s Motivating More Buyers To Choose a Newly Built Home?

    Planning to buy a home soon? Why not go for something brand-new? Because data shows a lot more buyers are seeing the appeal of new home construction these days – and you may find out it’s what you want too. The National Association of Realtors (NAR), explains that newly built homes accounted for 15% of…