There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make you feel a little less sure about your decision. A recent study by CNBC asked homebuyers what they’re most worried about, and three themes kept coming up ag

Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause? Maybe you couldn’t find a home that really fit your needs. Or maybe the ones you liked just weren’t affordable. According to a recent survey from NerdWallet, those were the top two reasons buyers gave up on their search in 2025. B

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 why so many first-time buyers stepped back. But after years of sitting on the

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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

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 pand

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 i

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 some cases, it might even seem like the only realistic option right now. And if t

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 int

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

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 your savings a nice boost right when you need it most. And whether your refund

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

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 market, they don’t take buying off the table. You just have to use

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. And it starts to feel like you have to choose one or the other. But some families are finding a way to mak

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 re

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 whether they make sense for you. What Is an Adjustable-Ra

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 a simple backup plan, becoming “accidental landlord” is actually a much bigge

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 a someday plan than a right now plan – you don’t want to wait until later on in the proces

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 relat

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 $7