If you’re self-employed, you’ve probably heard the phrase “it’s harder to get a mortgage when you work for yourself.” That might’ve been...

There’s a common misconception floating around right now: that Down Payment Assistance (DPA) programs disappeared when the market slowed....

The past few weeks have been filled with questions about rates, the Fed, and where the market goes next. But Sundays remind us of a...

Weekends are for projects — and some of the best ones aren’t just cosmetic. They add comfort now and value later. Here are three worth...

Mortgage rates may feel stuck in the mid-6s, but that hasn’t stopped buyers from finding ways to move forward. The difference isn’t...

Not every improvement needs a remodel. Some of the best returns come from small, consistent upgrades — the kind you can tackle over a...

Ask any lender what drives mortgage rates, and you’ll hear the same answer: watch the 10-Year Treasury. Here’s why it matters:...

In a mid-6% rate environment, creativity matters. Standard 30-year fixed loans are still the most common path, but buyers and investors...

A half-percent drop in mortgage rates doesn’t sound dramatic. But in real terms, it can increase buying power by 5% or more. Here’s why:...

Locking a mortgage rate is one of the most important decisions in the process — and with rates bouncing in a tight range, timing matters....

In a market where rates feel stuck, programs often make the difference between sitting on the sidelines and moving forward. The right...

September 11 is a day that reminds us of resilience. For many of us, it’s not just a date on the calendar — it’s a moment of reflection...

It’s easy to think the only way to improve affordability is to wait for lower interest rates. But smart buyers are finding other ways to...

In today’s market, it’s easy to think progress depends only on rates. But that’s not the whole story. For many buyers and homeowners, the...

This morning’s August Jobs Report came in well below expectations, and mortgage markets reacted quickly. Only 22,000 jobs were added in...

With another Fed meeting around the corner, there’s chatter everywhere: “If the Fed cuts rates, won’t mortgage rates drop too?” The...

Buying a home is exciting — but it can also feel overwhelming. Between documents, deadlines, and decisions, many buyers end up stressed...

With Labor Day behind us, the fall market is officially underway. Historically, September brings more listings, more buyer activity, and,...

Labor Day is more than a long weekend — it’s a celebration of the dignity and value of hard work. Homeownership is deeply tied to that...

Sunday mornings remind us to pause — not just from work, but from the constant pull of worry and striving. The housing market, the...