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 3, 2025 | Economy, For Buyers
Lately, it feels like every headline about the housing market comes with a side of doubt. Are prices going up or down? Are we headed for a crash? Will rates ever come down? And all the media noise may leave you wondering: does it really make sense to buy a home right...
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 29, 2025 | 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?With high home prices and stubborn mortgage rates, renting can seem like the safer choice right now. Or maybe your only choice. That’s a very real feeling. And perhaps buying today...
by Troy Jones | May 27, 2025 | First-Time Buyers, For Buyers
For 80 years, Veterans Affairs (VA) home loans have helped countless Veterans buy a home. But even though a lot of Veterans have access to this powerful program, the majority don’t know about one of its core benefits.According to a report from Veterans United...
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...
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