In the first quarter of 2022, just under 45 percent of Black families owned their home, compared to 74 percent of white families, according to a Redfin analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data released Tuesday. Continue reading
Take these steps to hire a repair person who’ll get the job done without draining your savings. Continue reading
New studies show that if you already own a home you’re making money. If you don’t? The dream of homeownership is slipping further away. Continue reading
To avoid buyer’s remorse, don’t purchase a condo without covering these crucial steps. Continue reading
What President Biden’s infrastructure bill didn’t address is affordable housing. ‘Housing is a necessity,’ says broker-owner Teresa Boardman. Here’s why she says we all need to start treating it accordingly. Continue reading
Although rates will rise, they will remain very competitive when compared to historic averages, and it would take a significantly greater increase in rates to negatively impact prices. Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner explains why. Continue reading
Are rising housing prices a bad thing? Consumers think so. It’s critical real estate agents agents understand and can explain what that means for clients, the industry and the economy. Continue reading
Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner dives into how consumers feel about the market based on Fannie Mae’s latest Home Purchase Sentiment Index survey. The incremental shifts across the results indicate that consumers are feeling the market cool. Continue reading
Laura interviews Melanie Musson from Clearsurance.com about how to use smart home technology to protect your property and save money on home and renters insurance. Continue reading
Yet they can’t afford the right home for the right reasons, either. Here’s how to fix both problems. Continue reading