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...
by Troy Jones | Apr 2, 2026 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved. Because here’s what not enough people know.If buying a home is on your radar – even if it’s more of a someday plan than a right now plan – you don’t want to...
by Troy Jones | Mar 19, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too.At some point you probably did the math, looked at the monthly payment, and decided to pause your search and wait for things to get better. But...
by Troy Jones | Mar 18, 2026 | Agent Value, Buying Tips, Featured, First-Time Buyers
Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before. And trying to think of everything you need to do can feel like a lot. But here’s the key.You don’t have to figure everything out on your...
by Troy Jones | Mar 9, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Mortgage Rates
Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one.A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind...
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