If you’re thinking about retirement or have already retired this year, you may be planning your next steps. One of your goals could be selling your house and finding a home that more closely fits your needs. Fortunately, you may be in a better position to make a move than you realize. Here are a few

If you can’t start (or get through) a day of real estate without coffee, and you like jokes as much as your cup of Joe, then you’re in for a treat! Whether you’re a fan of Starbucks, Dunkin’ Donuts, Tim Hortons, a local coffee shop, or grinding your own beans at home, we’ve compiled 10 memes you’re

A pair of real-estate professionals recall showing beautiful homes with suspicious scents ILLUSTRATION: A RICHARD ALLENBy Amy GamermanDec. 8, 2022 10:05 am ETPRINTTEXT Q: Have you ever had a listing that looked great but smelled bad? Julia Boland, associate real-estate broker, principal of the Bolan

As the housing market cools in response to the dramatic rise in mortgage rates, home appreciation is cooling as well. And if you’re following along with headlines in the media, you’re seeing conflicting messaging. The most likely outcome is we’ll fall somewhere in the middle of slight appreciation a

Whether you just bought a house or want to upgrade your tired tool kit, use this guide to nail down the essentials. • OCT 10 2022 There’s something empowering about having your own set of tools to take care of the home you own. Having a well-stocked toolbox can be liberating — it means you don’t hav

Did the frequency and intensity of bidding wars over the past two years make you put your home search on hold? If so, you should know the hyper competitive market has cooled this year as buyer demand has moderated and housing supply has grown. Those two factors combined mean you may see less competi

At first glance, the increase in housing supply compared to last year may not sound like good news for prospective sellers, but it actually gives you two key opportunities in today’s housing market. An article from Calculated Risk helps put the inventory gains the market has seen in 2022 into perspe

The process of buying a home can be overwhelming at times, but you don’t need to go through it alone. You may be wondering if now is a good time to buy a home…or if interest rates are projected to rise or fall. The free eGuide below will answer many of your questions and likely bring up a few things

If you’re trying to decide whether or not to sell your house, recent headlines about home prices may be top of mind. And if those stories have you wondering what that means for your home’s value, here’s what you really need to know. What’s Really Happening with Home Prices? It’s possible you’ve seen

Some Highlights If you’re planning to make a move but aren’t sure if now’s the right time, here are a few reasons why you shouldn’t wait to sell your house. The supply of homes for sale, while growing, is still low today. Plus, serious buyers are out looking right now, and many are hoping to avoid f

There are many people thinking about buying a home, but with everything affecting the economy, some are wondering if it’s a smart decision to buy now or if it makes more sense to wait it out. As Bob Broeksmit, President and CEO of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), explains: “The desire for hom

There’s no doubt buying a home today is different than it was over the past couple of years, and the shift in the market has led to advantages for buyers today. Right now, there are specific reasons that make this housing market attractive for those who’ve thought about buying but have sidelined the

If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home this year, you may have questions about what’s happening with home prices today as the market cools. In the simplest sense, nationally, experts don’t expect prices to come crashing down, but the level of home price moderation will depend on factors l

There’s no denying mortgage rates are higher now than they were last year. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, this may be top of mind for you. That’s because those higher rates impact how much it costs to borrow money for your home loan. As you set out to make a purchase this winter, you’ll

Single Family – Raised Ranch 118 Kenyon Road, Tiverton, RI List Price: $389,900                                         Sale Price: $389,900     Total Rooms: 5                              Bed: 2                    Full Bath: 2                  Half Bath:   0 Well maintained and spacious Raised Ranc

Some Highlights As you get ready to sell your house, focus on tasks that make it inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. This list will help you get started, but don’t forget, a real estate professional will provide other helpful tips based on your specific situation. Let’s connec

If you’re a young adult, you may be thinking about your goals and priorities for the months and years ahead. And if homeownership ranks high on your goal sheet, you’re in good company. Many of your peers are also pursuing their dream of owning a home. The 2022 Millennial & Gen Z Borrower Sentiment R

2-4 Units Multi Family – Up/Down 109 Meadow Street, Pawtucket, RI List Price: $249,900                                         Sale Price: $220,000     Total Rooms: 8                              Bed: 3                    Full Bath: 2                  Half Bath:   0 Two units located in the heart of

With the rapid shift that’s happened in the housing market this year, some people are raising concerns that we’re destined for a repeat of the crash we saw in 2008. But in truth, there are many key differences between what’s happening today and the bubble in the early 2000s. One of the reasons this

If you’re a homeowner, odds are your equity has grown significantly over the last few years as home prices skyrocketed and you made your monthly mortgage payments. Home equity builds over time and can help you achieve certain goals. According to the latest Equity Insights Report from CoreLogic, the