by Dave Speers | May 5, 2026 | Market Stats, Buying, Denver, Home Buyer Rebate, News, Phoenix, Raleigh, Selling
Spring 2026 has hesitant sellers stuck in a loop. Mortgage rates are choppy in the mid-6s, inventory is up, buyers are pickier — and one in five listings is already cutting price. Here’s what April’s contradictory headlines actually say, what they leave... 
by Jill Deegan | Jan 22, 2026 | Finance, Market Stats, Selling
As we settle into January, the focus naturally shifts to self-improvement. We tighten our belts, organize our schedules, and recalibrate our savings goals. Yet, for most homeowners, the most significant slice of their financial pie is often ignored during this annual... 
by Jill Deegan | Dec 17, 2025 | Market Stats, Buying, Finance, 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 | Finance, Buying, 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 | Finance, Buying, Selling
To control closing expenses, compare itemized quotes early, separate fees from money paid toward ownership, and reconcile every credit and payment before signing. A smaller settlement bill is not automatically a cheaper transaction: a lender credit can trade upfront...