For Buyers

March 27, 2026

Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

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

At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better. …

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Feb. 20, 2026

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

 

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see:

  • Mortgage rates drop a little more.
  • More homes hit the market.

But here’s what most buyers …

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Jan. 22, 2026

The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back

 

Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t. And sometimes, it’s their credit score that’s holding them back.

According to a Bankrate survey2 out of every 5 (42%) Americans …

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Jan. 22, 2026

Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026

 

Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one. For the past few years, affordability has been the biggest barrier standing between most people and their next move. And a lot of buyers and sellers have been holding their breath waiting …

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Jan. 22, 2026

More Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2026. Here’s How To Get Ready.

 

Momentum is quietly building in the housing market. New data from NerdWallet shows more Americans are starting to think about buying a home again. Last year, 15% of respondents said they planned to buy a home in the next 12 months. This year, that number rose …

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Dec. 8, 2025

The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season

The 3 Housing Market Questions Coming Up at Every Gathering This Season

 

Whether it’s at a family gathering, your company party, or catching up with friends over the holidays, the housing market always finds its way into the conversation.

Here are the top three questions on a lot of people’s minds this season, and straightforward answers to help …

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Nov. 24, 2025

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later.

The Magic Number

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Nov. 2, 2025

2026 Housing Market Outlook

2026 Housing Market Outlook

After a couple of years where the housing market felt stuck in neutral, 2026 may be the year things shift back into gear. Expert forecasts show more people are expected to move – and that could open the door for you to do the same.

More Homes Will …

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Sept. 11, 2025

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

The Truth About Down Payments (It’s Not What You Think)

Buying a home is exciting… until you start thinking about the down payment. That’s when the worry can set in.

“I’ll never save enough.”

“I need a small fortune just to get started.”

“I guess I’ll just rent forever.”

Sound familiar? You’re not alone. And …

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Sept. 11, 2025

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff

 

Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to their lowest point so far this year …

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