You’ve likely seen headlines about the number of foreclosures climbing in today’s housing market. That may leave you with a few questions, especially if you’re thinking about buying a house. Understanding what they really mean is mission-critical if you want to know the truth about what’s happening

By Lighter Side Staff Who can’t relate to starting a new job?! No matter what you do for a living, you go through the excitement and worries that come along with starting somewhere new. But starting a career in real estate comes with some unique situations and feelings most people don’t even think a

Baby boomers especially have home elevators ‘high on their list’ By Lia PicardApril 26, 2023 5:00 pm ET This home in Wrightsville Beach, N.C., has an elevator and is listed at $10.49 million. LANDMARK SOTHEBY’S INTERNATIONAL REALTY In 2020, Russell Franchi’s clients liked many features of a beach ho

PUBLISHED WED, APR 26 20237:00 AM EDTUPDATED WED, APR 26 20237:38 AM EDTDiana Olick Prospective buyers at an open house in Florida.Mike Stocker | South Florida Sun Sentinel | Tribune News Service | Getty Images The recent softening in house prices may be helping homebuyers swallow higher mortgage ra

PUBLISHED WED, APR 26 202311:00 AM EDT Emily Lorsch Choosing whether to rent or buy has never been a simple decision — and this ever-changing housing market isn’t making it any easier. With surging mortgage rates, record rents and home prices, a potential economic downturn and other lifestyle consid

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There’s been a lot of focus on higher mortgage rates and how they’re creating affordability challenges for today’s homebuyers. It’s true that rates climbed dramatically since the record-low we saw during the pandemic. But home affordability is based on more than just mortgage rates – it’s determined

The housing market’s been going through a lot of change lately, and there’s been uncertainty surrounding what will happen this spring. You may be wondering if more homes will go on the market, what’s next with home prices and mortgage rates, or what the best advice is for someone in your position ri

If you’re buying a home this spring, today’s housing market can feel like a challenge. With so few homes on the market right now, plus higher mortgage rates, it’s essential to have a firm grasp on your homebuying budget. You’ll also need a sense of determination to find the right house and act quick

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Some Highlights Since inflation is increasing the cost of goods and services, it may make sense to look for an energy-efficient home. Energy prices have increased over the last year, so look for energy-efficient features in your home search. If you’re looking to buy a home this year, work with a rea

If you’re planning to buy a home, an inspection is an important step in the process. It assesses the condition of the home before you finalize the transaction. It’s also a different step in the process from an appraisal, which is a professional evaluation of the market value of the home you’d like t

Anne Spratling and John Ayris spent almost four years adding contemporary elements to their Georgian-era farmhouse By Ruth Bloomfield | Photographs by Vanessa Berberian for The Wall Street JournalApril 13, 2023 11:00 am ET From the street, Anne Spratling and John Ayris’s home looks like a classic En

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PUBLISHED WED, APR 19 20237:00 AM EDTUPDATED 4 HOURS AGO Diana Olick Today’s homebuyers appear to be increasingly sensitive to weekly moves in mortgage rates. While home prices are easing some, affordability is still a major hurdle, especially as more first-time buyers enter the market. Today’s home

PUBLISHED MON, APR 17 202310:00 AM EDTUPDATED MON, APR 17 202311:25 AM EDTDiana Olick Stacks of bricks outside a home under construction in the CastleRock Communities Sunfield residential development in Buda, Texas, U.S., on Wednesday, May 15, 2021.Sergio Flores | Bloomberg | Getty Images Builder se

Owning a home means having a place that’s solely your own and provides the space, features, and location you and your loved ones need. But what happens when your needs change? If this hits home for you, it may be time to make a move. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trend

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In the United States, there are over 72 million millennials. If you’re part of that generation and have thought about buying a home, you aren’t alone. According to Zonda, 98% of millennials want to become a homeowner at some point if they aren’t already. But why? There are plenty of reasons you may

As the housing market continues to change, you may be wondering where it’ll go from here. One factor you’re probably thinking about is home prices, which have come down a bit since they peaked last June. And you’ve likely heard something in the news or on social media about a price crash on the hori