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...
by Troy Jones | Feb 25, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy
Renting can feel like the easier choice right now. There’s no big down payment. No dealing with surprise repairs. And no long-term commitment.But then your rent goes up again. And again. And suddenly the thing that seemed flexible starts looking… expensive, especially...
by Troy Jones | Feb 9, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, New Construction
Buying your first home can feel frustrating when the numbers don’t line up the way you expected. You may know you’re ready but finding something that fits your life and your budget is the hard part.That’s where townhomes come in.Townhomes are becoming a bigger part of...
by Troy Jones | Feb 4, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines.Buying a home is getting more affordable.Monthly payments have started to come down, and the squeeze buyers have been feeling for the past few years is slowly loosening....
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