By Alina DizikFeb. 15, 2023 11:00 am ET ILLUSTRATION: SYD WEILER Wendy Wacker wanted a space to do her creative writing when she built a 144-square-foot studio at her second home. She made it her own private sanctuary by having the only entrance connect to her bedroom. She made it more welcoming by

Getting a pre-listing inspection can help a seller better understand their home’s true condition and reduce the risk of a deal falling apart or the pressure of last-minute repairs… READ MORE>>>https://www.wsj.com/story/heres-why-you-should-consider-getting-an-inspection-before-selling-your-home-4d3c

Can you guess which Midwest town claimed the top spot? Signifying a new trend toward affordability, Prairie Village, Kansas, was Zillow’s most popular market of 2022. The designation also showcases rising interest in the Midwest, and it headlined a major shift from 2021’s leaders, many of which sat

Diana Olick America’s homebuilders are growing more bullish as buyer demand picks up, driven in part by slightly lower mortgage rates. Homebuilder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes in February rose 7 points to 42, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Well

If you’re thinking about buying a home, you might be focusing on previously owned ones. But with so few houses for sale today, it makes sense to consider all your options, and that includes a home that’s newly built. The Number of Newly Built Homes Is on the Rise While there are more houses for sale

No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly yours. Over the la

Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off guard when it’s time to close on your home, you need to understand what closing cos

Some Highlights In today’s housing market, you can still be the champion if you have the right team and strategy. To win as a buyer, you need to build your team, make strategic plays, consider what’s in and out of bounds, and stand out from the crowd. Let’s connect today to make your game-winning pl

67% of Americans say a housing market crash is imminent in the next three years. With all the talk in the media lately about shifts in the housing market, it makes sense why so many people feel this way. But there’s good news. Current data shows today’s market is nothing like it was before the housi

By Lighter Side Staff Plenty of people work around others all day long, but real estate agents are pretty much on stage all day, with clients watching and witnessing their every move. Inevitably, things happen that agents wish a client weren’t around to see! But if and when they do, it really helps

By  Jessica Flint Feb. 8, 2023 7:00 am ET The average ticket price to attend the 2023 Super Bowl in Glendale, Ariz., in the greater Phoenix area, is hovering around $9,000, according to secondary market ticket platform TicketIQ. If it costs that much to get in the door to watch the Philadelphia Eagl

Diana Olick A ‘For Sale’ sign is posted in front of a single family home on October 27, 2022 in Hollywood, Florida.Joe Raedle | Getty Images Mortgage rates continued to fall last week, and both current homeowners and potential homebuyers reacted swiftly. Total mortgage application volume, including

Here’s what you need to know about this popular home type — including why they tend to be more affordable than traditional builds. If your builder, agent or lender has suggested a prefab home, it may be for a good reason. Prefabricated homes — those built in a factory and shipped to a homeowner’s la

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609 Brookhaven Lane, Woonsocket, RI Condominium Home – Town House List Price: $300,000                                         Sale Price: $285,000     Total Rooms: 6                             Bed: 2                    Full Bath: 2                  Half Bath:   0  Well maintained 2 bed 2 bath cond

The biggest challenge in the housing market right now, and likely for years to come, is how few homes there are for sale compared to the number of people who want to buy. That’s why, if you’re thinking about selling your house, this is a great time to do so. Your house would be welcome in a market t

As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a steeper climb for households of color. It’s an imp

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Many of today’s homeowners bought or refinanced their homes during the pandemic when mortgage rates were at history-making lows. Since rates doubled in 2022, some of those homeowners put their plans to move on hold, not wanting to lose the low mortgage rate they have on their current house. And whil

Some Highlights Many people believe you need to put down 20% of the purchase price when you buy a home. But recent homebuyers actually put down far less on their purchase. And with programs like FHA loans, VA loans, and USDA loans, some qualified buyers are able to put down as little as 0-3.5%. Let’