by Patria Pichardo | Dec 12, 2024 | Affordability
In today’s world, many people are feeling the strain of high living costs, especially in large urban centers. With rising housing prices, escalating utility bills, and general inflation, it’s no surprise that people are starting to consider moving to more affordable...
by Patria Pichardo | Sep 18, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, New Construction
Even though affordability is improving, buying a home can still feel tough right now. But here’s some good news: builders are focusing their efforts on building smaller homes, and they’re offering key incentives to buyers. And both of these things can be a big help if...
by Patria Pichardo | Aug 14, 2024 | Affordability, Economy
In recent years, there’s been a significant shift in how wealth is distributed among generations. It’s called the Great Wealth Transfer. Historically, the transfer of wealth from one generation to the next was a more gradual process, often limited to smaller amounts...
by Patria Pichardo | Aug 8, 2024 | Affordability, For Buyers, New Construction, Sellers
If you’re planning to sell your house and move, you probably know there’s been a shortage of options available. But here’s the good news: the supply of homes for sale has grown in a lot of markets this year – and that’s not just existing, or previously-owned, homes....
by Patria Pichardo | Aug 7, 2024 | Affordability, Economy, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates have been one of the hottest topics in the housing market lately because of their impact on affordability. And if you’re someone who’s looking to make a move, you’ve probably been waiting eagerly for rates to come down for that very reason. Well, if the...
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by Patria Pichardo | Apr 26, 2024 | Affordability, Equity, Infographic, Move-Up
Some Highlights Did you know the equity you have in your current house can help make your move possible? Once you sell, you can use it for a larger down payment on your next home, so you’re borrowing less. Or, you may even have enough to be an all-cash buyer. The...
