by Troy Jones | Feb 5, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, Home Prices, Mortgage Rates
If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market. And hoping that when spring does hit, you’ll see:Mortgage rates drop a little more.More homes hit the market.But here’s what most buyers don’t realize. Buying just a few weeks earlier...
by Troy Jones | Feb 2, 2026 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. And homeowner’s insurance is what protects that investment. Think of it as your safety net. NerdWallet explains it:Covers Repairs and Rebuilding Costs: If your home is damaged by fire, storms, or other...
by Troy Jones | Jan 26, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic. You start thinking:What’s wrong with it?Why hasn’t anyone bought it yet?Am I missing something?That mindset made sense a few years ago. But in today’s market, you may...
by Troy Jones | Jan 5, 2026 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
Finding the right home feels exciting – but being pre-approved for your loan is what makes it possible. Whether you’re planning to buy soon or still just thinking about it, getting pre-approved is one of the best moves you can make. Here’s why.1. What Is Pre-Approval,...
by Troy Jones | Jan 1, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers
Momentum is quietly building in the housing market. New data from NerdWallet shows more Americans are starting to think about buying a home again. Last year, 15% of respondents said they planned to buy a home in the next 12 months. This year, that number rose to...
by Troy Jones | Dec 18, 2025 | Affordability, Buying Tips, For Buyers
You may not want to put your homebuying plans into hibernation mode this winter. While a lot of people assume spring is the ideal time to buy a house, new data shows January may actually be the best time of year for budget-conscious buyers. Kind of surprising, right?...
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