by Jill Deegan | Dec 17, 2025 | Buying, Finance, Market Stats, News, Selling
After years of extremes—pandemic bidding wars, rising rates, and market paralysis—the housing landscape is finally stabilizing. Welcome to 2026: the year real estate returns to fundamentals. This isn’t about dramatic crashes or explosive growth. Instead,...
by Jill Deegan | Oct 7, 2025 | Buying, Finance, Market Stats, Selling
Uncertain Times, Real Opportunities Economic uncertainty can make anyone second-guess a big financial decision. With inflation, rate changes, and shifting buyer confidence, the real estate market can feel unpredictable. But here’s the truth: people always need to...
by Jill Deegan | Sep 15, 2025 | Buying, Finance, Selling
Closing day should be a celebration, not a financial shock. Unfortunately, many homebuyers and sellers discover unexpected charges just before finalizing their transaction, turning what should be an exciting milestone into a stressful scramble for additional funds....
by Jill Deegan | Aug 13, 2025 | Buying, Finance, Selling
The Big Picture: Why This Fall’s Rate Decision Matters Economic indicators are pointing toward a potential shift in U.S. monetary policy this September—and the housing market is watching closely. The Federal Reserve could lower its benchmark interest rate, a move that...
by Jill Deegan | Sep 18, 2024 | Buying, News, Selling
The landmark Sitzer-Burnett case came to a conclusion in October 2023. It dictated what changes would be required in real estate transactions nationwide. More formally known as Sitzer-Burnett v. National Association of Realtors (NAR), this case has had an impact on...