That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal
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Jun 22nd, 2026
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Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.Most buyers scroll right past them, assuming something’s wrong with the house. But that instinct could be costing you, since the longer a home sits, the more motivated the...
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Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer
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Jun 11th, 2026
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A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down." While waiting sounds like a good plan, there's something worth knowing before you decide. Rates aren’t expected to change much,...
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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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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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