Category: First-Time Buyers

You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking.

If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about.

With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move.

Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved.

For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too.

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before.

Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one. A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind of magic … Continued

Renting can feel like the easier choice right now. There’s no big down payment. No dealing with surprise repairs. And no long-term commitment. But then your rent goes up again. And again. And suddenly the thing that seemed flexible starts looking… expensive, especially considering you’re not building any equity. And once that happens, it’s easy … Continued

Buying your first home can feel frustrating when the numbers don’t line up the way you expected. You may know you’re ready but finding something that fits your life and your budget is the hard part. That’s where townhomes come in. Townhomes are becoming a bigger part of today’s housing supply, and that shift is … Continued

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 everyone can suddenly afford a … Continued