Where is Inflation Going?

While the Federal Reserve doesn’t set mortgage rates, rates can be influenced by the Fed’s monetary policy. And all eyes are on their next move. One of the things they’re looking at is the direction of inflation.  Since inflation has come down over the past year and is holding pretty steady right no

Why It's a Must to Use an Agent in Finding the Right Price

Want to know the #1 task sellers struggle with? It’s setting the asking price. If you sell without the expertise of a pro, you’re likely to price it too high. That’ll turn away buyers, cause it to sit on the market for longer, and ultimately, may require a price drop. That’s not something you want t

Renting vs. Buying: The Must-See Net Worth Gap

Renting vs. Buying: The Net Worth Gap You Need To See Trying to decide between renting or buying a home? One key factor that could help you choose is just how much homeownership can grow your net worth. Every three years, the Federal Reserve Board shares a report called the Survey of Consumer Financ

What to Look for from This Week's Federal Reserve Meeting

What To Look For From This Week’s Fed Meeting You may be hearing a lot of talk about the Federal Reserve (the Fed) and how their actions will impact the housing market right now. Here’s why. The Fed meets again this week to decide the next step with the Federal Funds Rate. That's how much it costs b