Facts About Closing Costs [INFOGRAPHIC] Friday March 31st, 2023  Some Highlights If you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to plan for closing costs. Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things like government recording costs, apprais

How Changing Mortgage Rates Can Affect You Monday April 3rd, 2023    The 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been bouncing between 6% and 7% this year. If you’ve been on the fence about whether to buy a home or not, it’s helpful to know exactly how a 1%, or even a 0.5%, mortgage rate shift affects your

Two Reasons You Should Sell Your House Tuesday April 4th, 2023 For Sellers, Housing Market Updates, Selling Myths   Wondering if you should sell your house this year? As you make your decision, think about what’s motivating you to consider moving. A recent survey from realtor.com asked why homeowner

Why Aren’t Home Prices Crashing? Wednesday April 5th, 2023 For Buyers, For Sellers, Housing Market Updates   There have been a lot of shifts in the housing market recently. Mortgage rates rose dramatically last year, impacting many people’s ability to buy a home. And after several years of rapid pri