Real Estate

In today's housing market, more and more single women are becoming homeowners. According to data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 19% of all homebuyers are single women, while only 10% are single men.If you're a single woman trying to buy your first home, this should be encouraging. ... » Learn More about Single Women Are Embracing Homeownership

Recent headlines may leave you wondering what’s next for mortgage rates. Maybe you’d previously heard there were going to be cuts this year that would bring rates down. That refers to the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and what they do to their Fed Funds Rate. While cutting, or lowering, the Fed Funds ... » Learn More about What’s the Latest with Mortgage Rates?

Before making the decision to buy a home, it's important to plan for all the costs you’ll be responsible for. While you're busy saving for the down payment, don't forget you’ll want to prep for closing costs too.Here’s some helpful information on what those costs are and how much you should budget ... » Learn More about What Every Homebuyer Should Know About Closing Costs

Some HighlightsTrying to buy your first home? If you’re worried about affordability today or the limited number of homes for sale, these tips can help.Look into homebuyer programs, expand your search area, and consider a multi-generational home.Connect with a local real estate agent so you have an ... » Learn More about 3 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]

If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market. If so, here's what the professionals are saying about what’s in store for this season.Odeta Kushi, Deputy Chief Economist, ... » Learn More about What Are Experts Saying About the Spring Housing Market?