by Troy Jones | Jun 4, 2025 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates
A lot of buyers are pressing pause on their plans these days, holding out hope that mortgage rates will come down – maybe even back to the historic-low 3% from a few years ago. But here’s the thing: those rates were never meant to last. They were a short-term response...
by Troy Jones | Jun 2, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, New Construction
Do you think a brand-new home means a bigger price tag? Think again.Right now, something unique is happening in the housing market. According to the Census and the National Association of Realtors (NAR), the median price of newly built homes is actually lower than the...
by Troy Jones | May 26, 2025 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
If you’re a first-time homebuyer, chances are you’ll come across some terms you’re not familiar with. And that can be overwhelming, especially while going through one of the biggest purchases of your life. The good news is you don’t need to be an expert on...
by Troy Jones | May 20, 2025 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
When buying a home, you’re probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees. While you won’t necessarily have these, you should know it’s a...
by Troy Jones | May 16, 2025 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Forecasts, Infographics, Mortgage Rates
Some HighlightsAre you wondering what to expect if you buy or sell a home in the second half of the year? Here’s what the expert forecasts tell you.Mortgage rates are expected to come down slightly. There will be more homes available for sale. And as inventory rises,...
by Troy Jones | May 14, 2025 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
Did you know? According to a recent study, 72% of people with student loans think their debt will delay their ability to buy a home. Maybe you’re one of them and you’re wondering:Do you have to wait until you’ve paid off those loans before you can buy your first...
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