Paused Your Moving Plans? Here’s Why It Might Be Time To Hit Play Again
Last year, 70% of buyers abandoned their home search – and maybe you were one of them. It makes sense. Inventory was low, prices were high, and mortgage rates were up and down like a rollercoaster. All of that made … Continue reading →
Read MoreNational Housing Trends To Watch
Some Highlights At a national level, the housing market has shifted over the past year. There are more homes for sale, price growth has moderated, and homes are taking a little longer to sell. Do you want to know how … Continue reading →
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Read More Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here’s How To Use It
You may have heard there are more homes for sale right now. And while that’ll vary depending on the market, it means that overall, things are starting to lean in a more balanced direction. As that happens, some sellers are … Continue reading →
Read More5 Funny Theories for Who Actually Picks up Those Free Real Estate Magazines at the Grocery Store
By Lighter Side Staff You’ve seen those glossy, free real estate magazines stacked in the grocery store vestibule, looking crisp and untouched, as if they’ve been waiting weeks for someone, anyone, to take one. Despite the rise of online listings, these […]
Read MoreHouse of the Week: An Extreme A-frame in Vermont
A ski property in Mad River Valley uses towering tree trunks as a key structural element By E.B. Solomont March 21, 2025 3:25 pm ET A ski home doubles in size Wealth adviser Jack Reynolds bought a ski house in Warren, […]
Read MoreStep Inside a Woman's Love Letter to the '70s
Written by: May Ortega Content Writer 12.14.2024 Corbyn Wittig’s time capsule home was created through decades of thrifting and preserved memories. It’s not often you hear someone describe their home’s aesthetic as “disco pirate ship,” but that’s how Corbyn Wittig […]
Read MoreFebruary home resales jump much more than expected, despite higher mortgage rates
Published Thu, Mar 20 202510:00 AM EDTUpdated Thu, Mar 20 20253:39 PM EDT By: Diana Olick watch nowVIDEO02:30Leading economic indicators for February down 0.3% Sales of previously owned homes in February rose 4.2% from January to 4.26 million units on […]
Read MoreMortgage demand from homebuyers is strongest in nearly two months, but that’s not saying a lot
Published Wed, Mar 26 20257:03 AM EDTUpdated 6 Hours Ago By: Diana Olick Sold realty sign in front of small older home in Queens, New York.Lindsey Nicholson | UCG | Universal Images Group | Getty Images Mortgage rates barely budged […]
Read MoreWhy Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring
Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. If you want to put yourself in the best position to buy, there’s one step … Continue reading →
Read MoreThe Best Week To List Your House Is Almost Here – Are You Ready?
If selling your house is on your to-do list this year, the time to start prepping is now. That’s because experts say the best week to list your house is coming up fast. A recent Realtor.com study analyzed years of … Continue reading →
Read More4 Things To Expect from the Spring Housing Market
Spring is in full swing, and the housing market is picking up along with it. And if you’ve been wondering whether now is the right time to buy or sell, here’s the inside scoop on why this spring may be … Continue reading →
Read MoreJUST SOLD: 565 Quaker Lane, Unit #37, West Warwick, RI 02893
Condominium – TownHouse List Price: $325,000 Sold: $325,000 Total Rooms: 5 […]
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Some Highlights Buying a home isn’t just a transaction – it’s a journey. And like any great adventure, having a solid roadmap makes all the difference. From building your dream team to getting pre-approved, house hunting, and signing the … Continue reading →
Read More How Buying or Selling a Home Helps Your Local Economy
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, here’s something to think about that most people don’t. Your decision doesn’t just impact your life and your family’s, it sparks a ripple effect that has a positive impact on your entire community. … Continue reading →
Read MoreTiny Issues, Big Turn-Offs—10 Small Fixes That Can Make or Break the Sale of Your Home
By Lighter Side Staff Selling a home is all about making a great first impression, and while most sellers focus on the big things—curb appeal, staging, decluttering—it’s often the little details that can make or break a buyer’s perception. Minor maintenance […]
Read MoreInterior Design Styles 101: 20 Décor Styles You Need to Know
You’ve probably heard of Art Deco and Coastal style, but how much do you know about Biophilic design, Grand Millennial and Japandi? Décor styles come in many forms, from Art and Crafts to Japandi. If you’re looking at homes online […]
Read MoreThis step is ‘really important’ if you plan to sell your home in 2025, economist says
Published Wed, Mar 12 20252:01 PM EDT By: Ana Teresa Solá Selling a house involves much more than just putting up a “for sale” sign. In addition to some key things to consider — like knowing market conditions, preparing your home for […]
Read MoreFederal Reserve holds interest rates steady: What that means for mortgages, credit cards and more
Published Wed, Mar 19 20252:00 PM EDTUpdated Wed, Mar 19 20252:06 PM EDT By: Jessica Dickler The Federal Reserve announced Wednesday it will leave interest rates unchanged as President Donald Trump’s tariff policies weigh on economic growth. Although inflation receded last month, an escalating trade war threatens to […]
Read MoreWeekly mortgage demand pulls back, as interest rates rise for the first time in 9 weeks
Published Wed, Mar 19 20257:00 AM EDTUpdated Wed, Mar 19 20258:09 AM EDT By: Diana Olick watch nowVIDEO02:08Weekly mortgage demand pulls back, as interest rates rise for the first time in 9 weeks After a strong streak of gains, mortgage […]
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