The 10 Best Markets for First-Time Buyers This Spring

For a while, buying your first home hasn’t just felt hard. It may have felt out of reach. Not because you weren’t ready. Not because you weren’t trying. But because every time you ran the numbers, they didn’t work. That’s … Continue reading →
Read More🏡🏡🏡JUST LISTED: 27 School Street ,Unit #1N, Westerly, RI 02891

Condominium – One Level – MLS # 1406826 Total Rooms: 4 Bed: 2 Full Bath: 1 Half Bath: 0 ocation, Location! Experience the best of Westerly in this beautifully refreshed, first-floor condo. Perfectly situated in a tranquil, well-maintained complex, you are steps from the vibrant energy of downtown-Wilcox Park, elite eateries, boutiques, and the train station-and just a short drive from Rhode Island’s world-class beaches. This unit has been thoughtfully […]
Read More🎉🎉🎉UNDER CONTRACT: 70 Veazie Street, Providence, RI 02908

Nestled in a prime location near Providence College, this two family home offers an excellent investment opportunity close to major roadways, downtown and colleges. Each unit features a large bright kitchen and two generously sized bedrooms. Newer heating systems and hot water tanks and the home has vinyl siding. While the property could benefit from some cosmetic updates and TLC, it offers incredible potential for a savvy buyer ready to put their own imprint on it. Home has a shared driveway and will be sold occupied (month to month) and in as-is condition. Current rental income is below market value. […]
Read MoreRhode Island’s Luxury Market Emerges as a Top National Contender in 2026

See full Luxury report HERE The Rhode Island luxury housing market has hit a major milestone, firmly establishing itself as a premier destination for high-end buyers in 2026. The latest April 2026 Luxury Market Report reveals a “Great Recalibration,” a shift away from the wild volatility of the pandemic era towards a more stable, yet still incredibly robust, market. While it remains a seller’s market, buyers are finally finding a little breathing room, creating a healthier, more sustainable dynamic. But the real headline is this: The Providence-Warwick metro area has rocketed to the #5 spot on the list of top housing […]
Read MoreMassachusetts Luxury Market Report: Extreme Resilience and the Rise of Worcester (April 2026)

SEE ENTIRE LUXURY REPORT FOR APRIL 2026 HERE A Balanced-to-Seller’s Market Defined by “Rate-Lock” and Cash Buyers The Massachusetts luxury housing market in April 2026 is a fascinating study in contrast, characterized by extreme price resilience and a significant “rate-lock” effect that is keeping inventory tight. As we dive into the second quarter, one thing is clear: while the breakneck pace of previous years has normalized, the Bay State’s luxury sector remains one of the most competitive in the nation. Greater Boston Dominance: Ultra-Prime Suburbs Reign Supreme Greater Boston continues to set the benchmark for luxury living. The demand for […]
Read MoreRent or Buy? The Real Tradeoff Most People Don’t Talk About

You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking. With today’s home prices and mortgage rates, renting can feel like the easier path. In … Continue reading →
Read MoreThe ‘Shark Tank’ Investor Who Built a $200 Million Property Empire

Robert Herjavec says his purchases from New York to Australia were driven less by his business instincts and more by his desire to live in homes he actually likes By Katherine Clarke It was a week before Robert Herjavec and his wife, Kym Herjavec, were set to move with their now 7-year-old twins into their new Montana winter home, and the couple still didn’t know what to do with the property’s large indoor racquetball court. The family didn’t play racquetball, and it felt like a lot of space to sit unused. Robert came up with an idea at the 11th hour. […]
Read MoreMortgage applications rise as rates fall to one-month low

Published Wed, Apr 15 20267:00 AM EDTUpdated Wed, Apr 15 20267:51 AM EDT By:Lisa Rizzolo Homes in Centreville, Maryland, US, on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Nathan Howard | Bloomberg | Getty Images Mortgage rates fell to the lowest level in a month, boosting refinance activity and offsetting weak demand from homebuyers. As a result, total mortgage application volume rose 1.8% last week compared with the previous week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association’s seasonally adjusted index. The average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages with conforming loan balances, $832,750 or less, decreased to 6.42% from 6.51%, with points increasing […]
Read MoreGetting a Tax Refund? Here’s How It Can Help You Buy a Home

If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about. That money could actually help you get closer to buying a home. It may not be something you’ve factored into your plan yet, but it can give … Continue reading →
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The headlines want you to panic. I want you to profit. ? The latest data is out, and the “experts” are obsessed with a 10% drop in new listings. Want to know what they aren’t telling you? That’s not a market crash—that’s a Holiday Hangover. While other sellers hit “pause” over Easter, the inventory that is on the market just became your biggest leverage point. Here is the reality for RI & MA right now: ✅ Prices are DOWN: We are seeing the 24th consecutive week of price softening. ✅ Inventory is UP: There are 3.9% more homes available than […]
Read More Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.

With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move. But here’s what you need to remember. While recent events do have some impact on the housing … Continue reading →
Read MoreWhen Buying a Home Feels Out of Reach, Some Families Do This Instead

For a lot of people, the math on buying a home just doesn’t really work right now. Maybe that’s how it feels for you too. You look at the cost of buying. Then you look at the cost of childcare. … Continue reading →
Read MoreThe U.S. housing markets where million-dollar listings are standard

Published Wed, Apr 8 202610:10 AM EDTUpdated Wed, Apr 8 202610:52 AM EDT By: Hayley Cuccinello Kite aerial of Brant Point and harbor and Coatue, Nantucket, MA. J. Greg Hinson, Md, Www.ackdoc.com | Moment | Getty Images The tiny island of Nantucket, Massachusetts, is home to some 14,000 year-round residents. Joining their ranks will cost you at least $1 million, according to a new list of luxury housing markets by Realtor.com. Nearly all of Nantucket’s active listings are priced at $1 million or higher with a median listing price of $4.08 million, the real estate platform found. The island averages 138 million-dollar […]
Read MoreThinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know.

If you’ve been looking for a home lately, you’ve probably felt how tough affordability still is. And that's exactly why more buyers are opting for adjustable-rate mortgages, or ARMs. Here's what you need to understand about how they work, and … Continue reading →
Read MoreYour House Hasn’t Sold Yet. Should You Rent It Out Instead?

When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast. You start asking: what now? And for a growing number of homeowners, that turns into: should I just rent it instead? While it sounds like … Continue reading →
Read MoreBefore You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.

Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved. Because here’s what not enough people know. If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of … Continue reading →
Read MoreCan You Guess Which Features Add Value to a Home?

10 Value-Adding Home Improvements You Can Do for $1,000 or Less Looking for home upgrades that add value without blowing your renovation budget? This list has great suggestions. Written by Susan Kelleher on June 3, 2025 ZILLOW A farmhouse sink. LED lighting. A pot filler. You might think these relatively low-cost home upgrades wouldn’t add much value, but our research shows that these and other home upgrades with modest price tags could pay for themselves — or even generate big returns — when you sell your home. A Zillow analysis of more than 350 features in the listing descriptions of more than 2 […]
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Published Wed, Mar 25 20262:53 PM EDTUpdated Thu, Mar 26 20267:22 AM EDT By: Sarah Agostino Toucanstudios | E+ | Getty Images Single women have long outpaced single men as homebuyers — and they may be pulling ahead financially as well. Among first-time buyers, single women have a median income of $73,000 compared with $66,400 for single men, according to the National Association of Realtors’ 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, which analyzed transactions made between July 2024 and June 2025. The prior year’s report recorded median income of $73,100 for women and $87,500 for men, which continued a long-term trend of […]
Read More Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You

Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices. You may even stumble onto social media influencers saying we’re headed for a crash. Let’s get you … Continue reading →
Read MoreSpring Market Shift: More Options and Softening Prices for Buyers

By: Anastasia Kaufman As a veteran in this industry for over 25 years, I’ve seen my fair share of market cycles. From the frenzy of the early 2000s to the stagnation of 2008, I’ve learned one thing: Data is your best friend when the headlines get noisy. This week’s Realtor.com® Housing Trends report reveals a fascinating “tug-of-war” in the 2026 spring market. While we are seeing some volatility due to global economic tensions and shifting mortgage rates, the overall trajectory is beginning to lean in favor of the patient buyer. Here is my professional breakdown of what these numbers mean for […]
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