Historical Mortgage Rates Since 1950: Rate Trends Over Time

Historical Mortgage Rates Since 1950: Rate Trends Over Time

If you are thinking about buying a home or refinancing your current mortgage, you might be wondering how interest rates have changed over time and what factors affect them. In this blog... Read more »
Is 2024 a Good Time to Buy a House: Freddie Mac’s Forecast

Is 2024 a Good Time to Buy a House: Freddie Mac’s Forecast

A home purchase is a monumental financial decision that requires careful consideration. Determining the right time to buy depends on various factors, including your financial situation, interest rates, and negotiating power. To... Read more »
Many baby boomers live in “time capsules” that need renovations to age in place

Many baby boomers live in “time capsules” that need renovations to age in place

Fifty-five percent of surveyed baby boomers plan to remain in their existing homes as they age, but less than a quarter of those surveyed have any plans to renovate their homes to... Read more »
FHFA analysis finds racial disparity in appraisers’ use of time adjustments

FHFA analysis finds racial disparity in appraisers’ use of time adjustments

A Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) analysis has shown racial disparities in appraisers’ use of time adjustments, potentially harming borrowers of minority groups. The FHFA based its analysis on single-family housing data from the... Read more »
Twixmas is the perfect time to claim email amnesty

Twixmas is the perfect time to claim email amnesty

Happy Twixmas, kids! First of all, let’s unpack this precious time between Christmas and New Year’s when real estate pros are left wondering, what the heck do I do with myself and... Read more »
50 Best Success Quotes of All Time (2024)

50 Best Success Quotes of All Time (2024)

Success is a journey, not a destination. It is a continuous process of setting and achieving goals, learning from failures, and growing as a person. The road to success is often long... Read more »
Best Time to Buy a House in 2023 is Between October 1-7

Best Time to Buy a House in 2023 is Between October 1-7

A lot of people ask, “When should I buy?  What part of the real estate cycle should I buy in?  Should I buy in a down market?  Are the values going to... Read more »

Nashville breaks into list of top migration destinations for first time since 2021: Redfin

For the first time since 2021 when Americans relocated in droves, Nashville once again is a top migration destination, according to a new report from Redfin. Nashville, also known as Music City,... Read more »
Is It a Good Time to Sell a House or Should I Wait Until 2024?

Is It a Good Time to Sell a House or Should I Wait Until 2024?

Is it a good time to sell a house? Selling a house is a big decision that requires careful consideration, especially in today’s uncertain economic climate. Given the dramatic rise in mortgage... Read more »
Opinion: More should be done to shorten the average time to close

Opinion: More should be done to shorten the average time to close

Seemingly forever, the average time between reaching a sales agreement and closing on that property has hovered around 45 days — a month and a half.  It’s not something consumers think about... Read more »