Category: For Buyers
5 Fresh Kitchen Backsplash Ideas
June 18, 2025Today’s backsplashes are essential kitchen accents, adding vibrant pops of color, light and texture — in addition to protecting walls from inevitable kitchen messes. If your kitchen needs a face-lift, here are five dynamic backsplash ideas to provide a finishing touch.
With Mortgage Rates Surging, Buydowns Are Ready for a Reboot
June 12, 2025The imminent revival of temporary buydowns is a harbinger of a more traditional housing market in which sellers and their real estate agents are no longer sorting through a dozen desperate offers for every house.
The Coolest Athlete Homes
June 10, 2025Athletes are known for having some of the most extravagant and expensive homes on the market. Here are a few of the best.
This Season’s Top Design Trends
May 30, 2025From color drenching to classic patterns, read on for the season’s top designer trends for your home.
Things You Shouldn’t Do When Buying a Home
May 21, 2025The list may be longer than you expected, but you can easily avoid a number of problems by understanding what can affect your decision making and your ability to get financing when you are getting ready to purchase a new home.
Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
May 9, 2025It may seem like the obvious choice to build equity and bank in on future appreciation, but purchasing may not always be your best option.
Why It’s Important To Work With A Realtor
May 5, 2025From everything to home inspections to getting the keys, a realtor will be there to answer all of your questions and make sure the process goes as smoothly as possible.
The Perks of Buying a Fixer-Upper
May 1, 2025With the right mindset and careful planning, you could turn a less-than-perfect house into the perfect home for you.
Buying a Home May Help Shield You from Inflation
April 30, 2025Inflation can make everyday expenses unpredictable, but owning a home gives you stability. Unlike rent, your monthly mortgage payment stays pretty much the same over time. Plus, the value of your home is likely to increase after you buy.
How To Buy a Home Without Waiting for Lower Rates
April 24, 2025Waiting for a big decline in mortgage rates may not be the best strategy. Instead, options like buydowns, ARMs, or assumable mortgages could make homeownership more affordable right now. Connect with a local lender to explore what works for you.