Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers
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Jun 10th, 2026
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If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news. Asking prices have started to come down.The typical seller listed their house for a median of $429,500 in May. That’s 2.4% lower than a year ago, according to
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Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?
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Jun 8th, 2026
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Whether you're dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you're in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind. Home prices are still high in many markets, and even though things have improved a bit over...
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What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move
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Jun 4th, 2026
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Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you're thinking about buying or selling.Inflation Went Up – Here’s What That Actually MeansThe government...
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The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026
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Jun 3rd, 2026
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If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable.The truth is: a lot changed over...
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Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers
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Jun 1st, 2026
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You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.That’s the reality for a lot of buyers right now. Affordability is tight.But don’t let that discourage you. Going smaller might actually be a...
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