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Since the number of homes for sale is low today, it can feel challenging to find one that checks all your boxes. But if you know which features are absolutely essential in your next home and which ones are just nice bonuses, you can land a home that fits your needs.Danielle Hale, Chief Economist for [Read More]

Are you in the process of considering whether to purchase a home? If so, you may be wondering about the steps you should take beforemaking an offer on the house.Lets look at some of the key things to consider before placing an offer on a property you love. Being well prepared will put you in a bette [Read More]

Homebuyer confidence slipped in March after rebounding slightly in February, as measured by theFannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index, whichdropped 2.1 points to 73.2. Consumers are well-attuned to the challenges facing buyers from higher mortgage rates torapidly rising home pricesto a near all-ti [Read More]

The thought of getting (and staying) organized spurs a variety of reactions in different people. Some consider it a quick but necessary chore, while others see it as an insurmountable obstacle. However, organization isn't just a way toget your physical belongings in order. It can also help build con [Read More]

Are you considering buying a new home? Have you already bought a new home, and are now wondering what you should do next? Theres no doubt youve heard that buying a home is the biggest investment you are ever going to make. What you probably arent told is how to care for your new investment, and what [Read More]

Figuring out how to deal with bad neighbors can be a major struggle. Theres nothing worse thanbuying a houseand then realizing you have nightmare neighbors. But you dont just have to grin and bear your neighbors undesirable behavior or tension on the block. With the right approach, you can turn it i [Read More]

If youre thinking of buying a home today, you already know that the number of homes available for sale is low. But what does that really mean for you? As a buyer, low housing supply coupled with high buyer demand means you should be prepared to navigate a highly competitive market where homes sell f [Read More]

Spring is a busy time in the garden. The fallow period of winter gives way to an explosion of life and color, as first the snowdrops appear, then the daffodils and soon the bluebells. While early spring flowers represent new life, they also signal to the gardener that it is time to clear away the wi [Read More]

The decision to sell or rent out your house after you move depends on several different factors, including how much cash you have for your next home, whether you want to deal with being a landlord and more. Consider the benefits and drawbacks of each.If you own the home you're living in but you're l [Read More]

Buying a home is a multi-step process. Youll first want to be sure youre financially ready. If so, prepare to secure a mortgage, make an offer, close the deal and work toward paying off your home loan.Through December 31, 2022, Experian, TransUnion and Equifax will offer all U.S. consumers free week [Read More]