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Considering a new home? Seize the moment!

Our latest blog post breaks down why NOW is the time to buy. With fewer buyers, enjoy a stress-free search at your own pace and more negotiation power. Plus, discover how to make current interest rates work to your advantage.

Ready to take the plunge? Check out the post below for expert insights and connect with us to turn your homeownership dream into a reality.

Why Now Is a Good Time to Buy a Home (No, Really) The 3 reasons why now is a good time to buy a home—despite what you might think.

Don't know what your home's signature style is? Let’s figure it out.

From Art Deco to Bohemian, Coastal to Country, our latest post explores 12 unique interior design styles. We help you identify your home’s signature look and give you expert Thanksgiving decoration tips to match.

Intrigued? Check it out. ⤵️

Thanksgiving Decor Tips to Match Your Home's Signature Style Determine your home’s signature style and get Thanksgiving decor tips to match.

The national housing market is split down the middle. Some regions are experiencing rising prices and heated competition, while others are seeing price drops and lagging sales.

Why is that, and what does it mean for you?

Find out in our latest blog post. ⤵️

The Housing Market Is Split. Here’s Why. An easy-to-understand explanation of the bifurcated national housing market.

What’s the first rule of real estate? Location x 3. Everyone knows that—but what you might not know are the specific amenities in a neighborhood that actually improve home values.

Buyers need this info so they can choose a neighborhood where home values will rise, and sellers should keep it on hand so they can highlight those features in their listings. Get the details here. ⤵️

5 Neighborhood Amenities That Increase Your Home’s Value These nearby amenities can significantly increase your home’s value. Consider them while home shopping, and highlight them when selling.

The top items on homebuyer must-have lists are constantly changing. Lifestyles shift, new trends emerge—and to successfully spotlight the features that will sell your home, we have to keep up.

What are the hottest buyer priorities in 2023, and how can you tap into them to sell your home for top dollar?

Find out. ⤵️

The Features That Sell a House in 2023 Highlight these features when you list your house this year.

Some people ✨just know✨ which house they want to buy from the moment they walk in the door.

But for most people, finding The One during your house hunt takes a lot of thought and consideration. The process can feel even more overwhelming if you have multiple good options—but don’t worry.

Simplifying is easy, and you can do it by prioritizing three things. What are they?

Find out here. ⤵️

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The Top 3 Things to Consider When Buying a Home These are the top three factors to consider when buying a home.

Prepare to wow prospective buyers and welcome guests with 7 expert tips that will give your home a fall makeover like never before.

Whether you're listing your property soon or simply looking to embrace the season, these professional insights will guide you in creating a picturesque, inviting exterior. Transform your yard into an enchanting autumn wonderland and stand out in the fall real estate market with the ideas in this new post on fall curb appeal. ⤵️

7 Tips for Maximum Autumn Curb Appeal These 7 tips will keep the exterior of your home beautiful all through fall.

As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, now is the time to make your home warm and inviting for potential buyers—and a fall open house is the perfect way to showcase it.

Need some ideas? We’ve got you covered.

In our latest post, discover practical and creative ways to transform your open house into a cozy haven that captures hearts as soon as they walk through the door. From autumn-inspired decor to tasty snack ideas, you’ll find it all here. ⤵️

10 Ways to Make Your Fall Open House Extra-Cozy Fall is a great time to sell your home—and here’s how you can do it.

High rates are high rates. There’s not much you can do about them besides shop around and make sure your credit is in top shape.

But the type of mortgage you choose is totally within your control—and did you know it could have just as much impact on your homebuying experience?

Check out our latest post for a detailed breakdown of the different mortgage options, how to qualify, and which one is right for you. ⤵️

Is Homeownership Within Reach? The Housing Affordability Index Can Tell You Copy Learn how the housing affordability index works and if you can afford the average home in the U.S.

Fall 2023 is almost upon us, and we’ve got the hottest home design trends of the season right here. What are they? We’ll cover:

✓ The latest color palettes
✓ How to use luxury textures
✓ Ways to tap into aesthetic nostalgia

Value-Boosting Home Design Trends for Fall 2023 These fall home design trends are perfect for homeowners and home sellers alike.

Housing affordability in the U.S. is at an all-time low—but there is hope on the horizon.

How do we know? The housing affordability index.

If you’re not sure what that is, don’t worry. Our latest post covers what the housing affordability index is, how it’s calculated, and what it means for you.

Is Homeownership Within Reach? The Housing Affordability Index Can Tell You Learn how the housing affordability index works and if you can afford the average home in the U.S.

Housing affordability in the U.S. is at an all-time low—but there is hope on the horizon.

How do we know? The housing affordability index.

If you’re not sure what that is, don’t worry. Our latest post covers what the housing affordability index is, how it’s calculated, and what it means for you.

Is Homeownership Within Reach? The Housing Affordability Index Can Tell You Learn how the housing affordability index works and if you can afford the average home in the U.S.

The latest numbers show that core inflation just came down in the U.S.

Does that mean mortgage rates are going to start dropping too?

Find out about this and a lot more on inflation, the economy, and mortgage rates in our latest post. ⤵️

Inflation Is Slowing. What’s Next for Mortgage Rates? Inflation is at its lowest point since 2021. Here’s how that affects mortgage rates.

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Last week, the Fed raised interest rates again. They’re now at a 22-year high.

What does that mean for home prices? Economy and housing market experts answer exactly that question in our latest blog post.

Don’t miss it. ⤵️

2023 Mid-Year Home Price Predictions from the Experts What's going on with interest rates, and what’s next for home prices in 2023 and beyond?

Luxury homes capture our imaginations and dream home must-have lists—but what does “luxury” actually mean?

Our latest post covers all the details, from premium building materials to custom home design.

Check it out to see photo, video, and more from top home design professionals and influencers. ⤵️

Luxury Homes: The Best of the Best, Period. The latest in luxury real estate trends including photos and videos from top influencers.

Wanted to move into a new home before the fall, but haven’t been able to make it happen?

It’s not too late.

Even if you need to sell your current home, our team can help you work quickly and get into a new place faster than you can say pumpkin spice.

Here’s how. ⤵️

Don’t Miss Your Chance to Move This Summer It’s not too late to move this summer. Here’s how to get it done.

Buying a foreclosed home can be a great way to snag a good deal in a tough market, but it’s not without risks. What are those risks—and what are the potential rewards?

Find out in our latest blog post. ⤵️

The Pros and Cons of Buying a Foreclosed Home Thinking of buying a foreclosed home? Consider these pros and cons.

Selling your home this summer?

We want you to stand out.

Summer is a great time to sell because there are more buyers in the market—but there are more sellers, too. How do you come out ahead of the rest?

Host a summer open house—and nail it with our top-of-the-line tips. ⤵️

7 Tips for a Successful Summer Open House Selling your home this summer? Follow these tips for a successful open house.

When you picture your next home, what do you imagine?

Is it a brand new property with sparkling finishes and cutting-edge tech? Or is it a classic home with unique character and charm?

New construction properties and pre-loved homes each have perks and pitfalls, and you should consider them carefully before deciding to buy. What are they?

Find out in our latest blog post. ⤵️

New Construction vs. Existing Home: Which One is For You? Should you buy an existing home or build a new one? Here are the pros and cons of each.

Smart tech is everywhere—in our pockets, in the news, in our cars, and even in our homes.

A “smart home” will fetch a higher price than a non-smart home in the same market—and adding smart tech to your house is an instant value boost on your appraisal.

Get a home value boost and make your life easier with the 6 pieces of smart home tech in our latest blog post. ⤵️

Smart Home Technologies That Increase Home Value Make your life easier and increase your home’s value with these smart home technologies.

A little confused about real estate terminology?

That’s okay. Understanding all the legalese is our job, not yours.

But we still want you to feel confident during your home sale, so we’ve come up with easy-to-understand definitions for the top 10 real estate terms home sellers should know.

Check them out now. ⤵️

Top 10 Real Estate Terms Sellers Should Know Selling your home soon? These are your need-to-know real estate terms.

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Right now, housing in the U.S. is the least affordable it’s ever been.

Home and rent prices have risen faster than inflation, and salaries haven’t kept pace. How do you find a place to live when something affordable is so hard to come by?

You check out the tips in our latest blog post. ⤵️

How to Navigate the Housing Affordability Crisis Struggling with housing affordability? Here are some tips.

Choosing the right real estate agent will ensure that your transaction goes smoothly and your real estate goals are met.

Choosing the wrong one guarantees months of stress.

How do you make sure you do the first and not the second? By asking your potential real estate agent these 8 questions. ⤵️

Ask These 8 Questions Before Hiring a Real Estate Agent Ask these 8 questions before you hire any real estate agent to buy or sell your home.

Which month is the best month to sell a house? Spoiler alert: we’re in it.

According to a decade-long study, selling in May will net you almost 13% over your home’s market value. (For the average U.S. home, that’s $42,000!)

Put an extra $42K in your pocket and sell your home this month. Details in our latest blog post ⤵️

May is the Best Month to Sell a Home Find out what benefits you can gain by selling your house in May.

Buying a home for the first time can be exciting!

…and overwhelming.

We get it. It’s a long, complex process, and there are so many steps and details. How do you know what to do, and when? And how do you avoid making major mistakes?

You head over to our latest blog post for a complete list of dos and don’ts for first-time homebuyers. ⤵️

First-Time Homebuyer? Do This, Not That. A complete list of dos and don’ts for first-time homebuyers.

You can sell your home for 20% more and up to 30 times faster by doing one thing.

What is it? Home staging.

No matter what the market is doing, staging your home using the latest interior design trends will put a lot more cash in your pocket. What designs are in for 2023?

Find out in our latest blog post. ⤵️

2023 Home Staging Trends: How to Make Your Home Appeal to Buyers Check out the hottest home staging trends for 2023, and why you should stage your home even in a seller’s market.

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National home sales are up 14.5%, and prices have come down for the first time in almost 11 years.

What’s going on in the U.S. real estate market—and what does it mean for the economy?

Find out in our latest blog post. ⤵️

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Warm weather, outdoor entertaining, and a value boost for your home?

Yes please.

With these 7 spectacular outdoor projects, you’ll get more enjoyment out of your home this spring and you’ll raise its value.

Check it out. ⤵️

7 Spectacular Outdoor Projects to Boost Home Value These outdoor and landscaping projects will make your property more beautiful, functional, and valuable.

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Mortgage rates fell to all-time lows in 2021 & now everyone is asking the same question; Will mortgage rates come down in 2023? It’s looking optimistic so get the answer here:

Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2023? Will Mortgage Rates Go Down in 2023?

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We know financing a new home is expensive right now.

We also know you don’t want to put your homeownership plans on hold. What’s the solution?

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