Would You Let $160 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home?

A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. They’re watching rates hover a little above 6% and thinking, I’ll buy once they hit the 5s. Because who doesn’t want a better rate?   But here’s the thing: that 5.99% number might not save you as much as you think.   Affordability is still

Are Builders Overbuilding Again? Let’s Look at the Facts.

If it feels like you’re seeing new construction signs pop up everywhere, you’re not wrong. Builders have been busy. And it’s left some people wondering: Are we overbuilding like we did right before the 2008 housing crash?   No matter what you may hear in the news, there’s no reason for alarm. In rea

The VA Home Loan Advantage: What Every Veteran Should Know Right Now

If you’ve served in the military (or if your spouse has), you have access to one of the most powerful homebuying tools out there. The chance to buy a home without having a down payment.   Unfortunately, 70% of Veterans (that's 7 out of every 10) don’t know about this benefit, according to Veterans U

What a Government Shutdown Really Means for the Housing Market

There’s been a lot of talk lately about how a government shutdown impacts the housing market. You might be wondering: Is it causing everything to grind to a halt?   The short answer? No.   The housing market doesn’t stop. It keeps moving. Homes are still being bought and sold, contracts are still be