Dawn Blalack

Rents in the United States have been skyrocketing since 2012. This has caused many renters to face a tremendous burden when juggling their housing expenses and the desire to save for a down payment at the same time. The recent stabilization of rental prices provides a great opportunity for renters ... » Learn More about Great News for Renters Who Want to Buy a Home

A desire among many seniors is to “age in place.” According to the Senior Resource Guide, the term means, “…that you will be remaining in your own home for the later years of your life; not moving into a smaller home, assisted living, or a retirement community ... » Learn More about Does “Aging in Place” Make the Most Sense?

When buying a home, we all want to feel like we’re making the right decision, paying a fair price, and making the best investment of our lives. According to a recent gender-based study, men and women can unknowingly walk away with very different financial outcomes when the deal closes. ... » Learn More about How to Avoid a Gender Gap When Investing in the Housing Market

When the number of buyers in the housing market outnumbers the number of homes for sale, it’s called a “seller’s market.” The advantage tips toward the seller as low inventory heats up the competition among those searching for a place to call their own. This can create ... » Learn More about Three Reasons Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step in the 2020 Homebuying Journey

Some Highlights: There’s more room to entertain a large crowd. The kitchen is big enough to whip up endless appetizers – yum! You don’t have to worry about complaints to your landlord when the cheering kicks in! Content previously posted on Keeping Current Matters ... » Learn More about 5 Reasons Homeowners Throw Better Parties During the Big Game [INFOGRAPHIC]