by Troy Jones | May 7, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way.
by Troy Jones | Apr 27, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high. And that’s a clear sign more buyers are trying to figure out what they really need to save before making a move (see graph below):If you’re wondering the same...
by Troy Jones | Apr 20, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, Inventory
For a while, buying your first home hasn’t just felt hard. It may have felt out of reach.Not because you weren’t ready.Not because you weren’t trying.But because every time you ran the numbers, they didn’t work.That’s why so many first-time buyers stepped back.But...
by Troy Jones | Apr 16, 2026 | Equity, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking.With today’s home prices and mortgage rates, renting can feel like the easier path. In some cases, it might even seem like the only...
by Troy Jones | Apr 15, 2026 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about. That money could actually help you get closer to buying a home.It may not be something you’ve factored into your plan yet, but it can give your savings a nice boost right when you need it...
by Troy Jones | Apr 13, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates
With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move. But here’s what you need to remember.While recent events do have some impact on the housing market, they don’t take buying off...
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