
Why Right Now May Be the Time to Sell Your House
The housing market made an incredible recovery in 2020 and…

Will Forbearance Plans Lead to a Tsunami of Foreclosures?
At the onset of the economic disruptions caused by the COVID…

4 Reasons People Are Buying Homes in 2021
According to many experts, the real estate market is expected…

What Does 2021 Have in Store for Home Values?
According to the latest CoreLogic Home Price Insights Report,…

Reasons to Hire a Real Estate Professional [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Choosing the right real estate professional…

Is This the Year to Sell My House?
If one of the questions you’re asking yourself is, “Should…

The Importance of Home Equity in Building Wealth
Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder…

Why Not to Wait Until Spring to Make a Move
The housing market recovery coming into the new year has…

3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House This Year
It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think…

Here’s to a Wonderful 2021!
JERRY TORRES'…

Four Expert Views on the 2021 Housing Market
The housing market was a shining star in 2020, fueling the…

Why Selling Your House on Your Own in 2021 Is a Mistake
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional…

More Generations Are Living Under One Roof This Year
This year challenged us to reprioritize everything – from…

Why It’s Important to Price Your House Right Today
Even in today’s sellers’ market, setting the right price…

Turning a House into a Happy Home
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy…

Did You Outgrow Your Home in 2020?
It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today…

The Difference a Year Makes for Homeownership
Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than…

The Do’s and Don’ts after Applying for a Mortgage
Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage,…

2021 Housing Forecast [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Experts project an optimistic year…

Homeowner Equity Increases an Astonishing $1 Trillion
In a year that was financially devastating for many Americans,…

3 Reasons to Be Optimistic about Real Estate in 2021
This year will be remembered for many reasons, and optimism…

The Holidays Aren’t Stopping Homebuyers This Year
Black Friday and Cyber Monday are behind us, yet finding…

5 Steps to Follow When Applying for Forbearance
If you’re currently feeling the stress of affording your…

Winning as a Buyer in a Sellers’ Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Buying a home in today’s sellers’…

Why It Makes Sense to Sell Your House This Holiday Season
If you’re one of the many homeowners thinking about taking…

Are Home Prices Headed Toward Bubble Territory?
Talk of a housing bubble is beginning to crop up as home…

An Honest Look at Unemployment Numbers
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the…

How Remote Work Can Power Your Vacation Home Sale
This year, the opportunity to work remotely has increased…

The Path to Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
If you’re thinking of buying a home…

A New Way to Shop for Homes in a Virtual World
In a year when we’re learning to do so much remotely, homebuying…

With Home Values Surging, Is it Still Affordable to Buy Right Now?
Housing inventory is at an all-time low. Realtor.com just…

Knowledge Is Power on the Path to Homeownership
Homeownership is on the goal list for many young adults,…

5 Tips for Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer
Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and…

Key Terms to Know in the Homebuying Process [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Buying a home can be intimidating…

Your House May Be High on the Buyer Wish List This Holiday Season
Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait…

Is Buying a Home Today a Good Financial Move?
There’s no doubt 2020 has been a challenging year. A global…

Don’t Let Buyer Competition Keep You from Purchasing a Home
This year’s record-low mortgage rates sparked high demand…

It Pays to Sell with a Real Estate Agent [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Today, it’s more important than…

Will Mortgage Rates Remain Low Next Year?
In 2020, buyers got a big boost in the housing market as…

Chances of Another Foreclosure Crisis? “About Zero Percent.”
There seems to be some concern that the 2020 economic downturn…

Homes for Sale Are Rapidly Disappearing
Through all the challenges of 2020, the real estate market…

Why Working from Home May Spark Your Next Move
If you’ve been working from home this year, chances are…

Tips to Sell Your House Safely Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Your agent now has over 6 months of…

Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Activity to the Housing Market
In the second half of this year, the housing market surged…

VA Home Loans: Helping Heroes Find a Home
Today, on Veterans Day, we honor those who have served our…

Homeownership Is a Key to Building Wealth
For years, real estate has been considered the best investment…

Is it Safe to Sell My House Right Now?
In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how…

Making a Home for the Brave Possible [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
VA Home Loans provide unique opportunities…

Why the 2021 Forecast Doesn’t Call for a Foreclosure Crisis
As the current forbearance mortgage relief options come to…

Real Estate Is a Driving Force in the Economy
As the economy recovers from this year’s health crisis,…

Rent vs. Buy: How to Decide What’s Best for You
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, median rent continues…

4 Reasons Why the Election Won’t Dampen the Housing Market
Tomorrow, Americans will decide our President for the next…

Should I Renovate My House Before I Sell It? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
In today’s hyper-competitive market,…

Three Ways Low Inventory Is a Win for Sellers
The number of houses for sale today is significantly lower…

Buyer Interest Is Growing among Younger Generations
The demand for homes this year is extraordinary as record-breaking…

How Down Payment Assistance Opens the Door to Homeownership
Many people are eager to buy a home right now while affordability…

Two Important Impacts of Home Equity
Equity continues to rise, helping American homeowners secure…

Selling Your House Is the Right Move, Right Now [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Demand from homebuyers has skyrocketed…

Home Values Projected to Keep Rising
As we enter the final months of 2020 and continue to work…

Why Today’s Options Will Save Homeowners from Foreclosure
Many housing experts originally voiced concern that the mortgage…

Americans Are Gaining Confidence in the Economy
The September Jobs Report issued by the Bureau of Labor Statistics…

Real Estate Continues to Show Unprecedented Strength This Year
The 2020 housing market has surpassed all expectations and…

How to Prepare for a Bidding War [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
With so few houses available on the…

Do You Need to Know More about Forbearance and Mortgage Relief Options?
Earlier this year when the nation pressed pause on the economy…

The #1 Reason Not to Wait to List Your House for Sale
Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown…

Do You Have Enough Money Saved for a Down Payment?
One of the biggest misconceptions for first-time homebuyers…

6 Reasons You’ll Win by Selling with a Real Estate Agent This Fall
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional…

Thinking of Moving? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
If you’re ready to sell your house…

Should You Buy a Retirement Home Sooner Rather than Later?
Every day in the U.S., roughly 10,000 people turn 65. Prior…

A Homeowner’s Net Worth Is 40x Greater Than a Renter’s
One of the best ways to build your family’s financial future…

Is it Time to Move into a Single-Story Home?
Once the kids have left the nest, you may be wondering what…

Why Pricing Your House Right Is Essential
In today’s real estate market, setting the right price…

Rising Home Equity Can Power Your Next Move [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
According to CoreLogic, homeowners…

Buyers Are Finding More Space in the Luxury Home Market
A year ago, additional space and extra amenities had a very…

Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best Move
If you’re thinking about moving, selling your house this…

Where Are Home Values Headed Over the Next 12 Months?
As shelter-in-place orders were implemented earlier this…

Housing Market on Track to Beat Last Year’s Success
Back in March, as the nation’s economy was shut down because…

Why Pricing Your Home Right Matters This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
As a seller today, you may think pricing…

Home Equity Gives Sellers Options in Today’s Market
Homeownership is one of the best ways to invest in your financial…

Home Builder Confidence Hits All-Time Record
Last week, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)…

The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price
Housing inventory is at an all-time low. There are 39% fewer…

Is the Economic Recovery Beating All Projections?
Earlier this year, many economists and market analysts were…

Homes Across the Country Are Selling Fast [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Buyers are actively searching for…

How Low Inventory May Impact the Housing Market This Fall
Real estate continues to be called the ‘bright spot’…

The Surging Real Estate Market Continues to Climb
Earlier this year, realtor.com announced the release of the…

Is Now a Good Time to Move?
How long have you lived in your current home? If it’s been…

Two New Surveys Indicate Urban to Suburban Lean
There has been much talk around the possibility that Americans…

Virtual School Is Changing Homebuyer Needs [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
With remote learning sweeping the…

Homebuyer Traffic Is on the Rise
One of the biggest surprises of 2020 is the resilience of…

The Latest Unemployment Rate Fell to 8.4%
Last Friday, the Bureau for Labor Statistics released their…

Have You Ever Seen a Housing Market Like This?
The year 2020 will certainly be one to remember, with new…

Thank You, Essential Workers
To all essential workers on this Labor Day, thank you.
JERRY…

The 2020 Homebuyer Wish List [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
The word “home” is taking on a…

Homebuyer Demand Is Far Above Last Year’s Pace
Homebuying has been on the rise over the past few months,…

How Will the Presidential Election Impact Real Estate?
The year 2020 will be remembered as one of the most challenging…

It’s Not Just About the Price of the Home
When most of us begin searching for a home, we naturally…

Three Ways to Win in a Bidding War
With so few houses for sale today and low mortgage rates…

Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?
You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step…

Should You Buy an Existing Home or New Construction?
Finding the right home to purchase today is one of the biggest…

Builders & Realtors Agree: Real Estate Is Back
When shelter-in-place orders brought the economy to a screeching…

The Top Reasons People Are Moving This Year
Today, Americans are moving for a variety of different reasons.…

Ask a Pro About Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
According to trending data, searches…

Forbearance Numbers Are Lower than Expected
Originally, some housing industry analysts were concerned…

Just How Strong Is the Housing Recovery?
The residential real estate market has definitely been the…

Sellers Are Returning to the Housing Market
In today’s housing market, it can be a big challenge for…

The Beginning of an Economic Recovery
The news these days seems to have a mix of highs and lows.…

Mortgage Rates & Payments by Decade [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Sometimes it helps to see the dollars…

Homes Are More Affordable Right Now Than They Have Been in Years
Today, home prices are appreciating. When we hear prices…

Why Foreclosures Won’t Crush the Housing Market Next Year
With the strength of the current housing market growing every…

Current Buyer & Seller Perks in the Housing Market
Today’s housing market is making a truly impressive turnaround,…

The Latest Unemployment Report: Slow and Steady Improvement
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released…

2020 Homebuyer Preferences [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
A recent study from HarrisX shows…

How Is Remote Work Changing Homebuyer Needs?
With more companies figuring out how to efficiently and effectively…

Why Homeowners Have Great Selling Power Today
We’re sitting in an optimal moment in time for homeowners…

Today’s Buyers Are Serious about Purchasing a Home
Today’s homebuyers are not just talking about their plans,…

Experts Weigh-In on the Remarkable Strength of the Housing Market
America has faced its share of challenges in 2020. A once-in-a-lifetime…

Where Is the Housing Market Headed for the Rest of 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
The housing market is forecasted…

Will We See a Surge of Homebuyers Moving to the Suburbs?
As remote work continues on for many businesses and Americans…

Homeownership Rate Continues to Rise in 2020
So far, it’s been quite a ride this year, and our nation…

Guidance and Support Are Key When Buying Your First Home
In June, the number of first-time homebuyers accounted for…

Three of the Latest Reports Show Housing Market Is Strong
The residential real estate market is remaining…

A Real Estate Pro Is More Helpful Now than Ever [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
A recent study shared by NAR notes…

Home Sales Hit a Record-Setting Rebound
With a worldwide health crisis that drove a pause in the…

Two Reasons We Won’t See a Rush of Foreclosures This Fall
The health crisis we face as a country has led businesses…

A Remarkable Recovery for the Housing Market
For months now the vast majority of Americans have been asking…

Thinking of Selling Your House? Now May be the Right Time
Inventory is arguably the biggest challenge for buyers in…

Mortgage Rates Fall Below 3% [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Mortgage rates hit another all-time…

Does Your Home Have What Buyers Are Looking For?
There’s great opportunity for today’s homeowners to sell…

Mortgage Rates Hit Record Lows for Three Consecutive Weeks
Over the past several weeks, Freddie Mac has reported the…

What Are Experts Saying about Home Prices?
Last week, a very well-respected real estate analytics firm…

Buyers: Are You Ready for a Bidding War?
With businesses reopening throughout the country and some…

Americans Rank Real Estate Best Investment for 7 Years Running [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Real estate has outranked stocks,…

Not All Agents Are Created Equal
In today’s fast-paced world where answers are just a Google…

Best Time to Sell? When Competition Is at an All-Time Low
In a recent survey of home sellers by Qualtrics, 87% of respondents…

Taking Advantage of Homebuying Affordability in Today’s Market
Everyone is ready to buy a home at different times in their…

Latest Unemployment Report: Great News…for the Most Part
The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released their latest…


Is the Health Crisis Driving Buyers Out of Urban Areas?
The pandemic has caused consumers to re-examine the components…

A Historic Rebound for the Housing Market
Pending Home Sales increased by 44.3% in May, registering…

Are New Homes Going to Be Available to Buy This Year?
In today’s economy, everyone seems to be searching for…

What Are Experts Saying About the Rest of 2020?
One of the biggest questions on everyone’s minds these…

Think You Should For Sale By Owner? Think Again [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
For Sale By Owner (FSBO) is…

New Index Reveals Impact of COVID-19 on Real Estate
Earlier this month, realtor.com announced the release of…

Should We Be Looking at Unemployment Numbers Differently?
The New York Times recently ran an article regarding unemployment…

What Are the Experts Saying About Future Home Prices?
A worldwide pandemic and an economic recession have had a…

Homebuyers Are in the Mood to Buy Today
According to the latest FreddieMac Quarterly Forecast, mortgage…

7 Strategies for a 2020 Open House [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Buyer interest is high right now,…

Want to Make a Move? Homeowner Equity is Growing Year-Over-Year
One of the bright spots of the 2020 real estate market is…

Is the Economic Recovery Already Underway?
The Wall Street Journal just released their latest monthly…

Three Reasons Homebuyers Are Ready to Purchase This Year
A recent survey by Lending Tree tapped into behaviors of…

Real Estate Tops Best Investment Poll for 7th Year Running
Every year, Gallup conducts a survey of Americans to determine…

Summer is the New Spring for Real Estate [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
The health crisis slowed the market…

Are You Ready for the Summer Housing Market?
As the health crisis started making its way throughout our…

Is a Recession Here? Yes. Does that Mean a Housing Crash? No.
On Monday, the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER)…

Real Estate Will Lead the Economic Recovery
With more U.S. states reopening for business this summer,…

The Shocking News in the Unemployment Report
Last Friday, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released…

National Homeownership Month [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
National Homeownership Month is a…

Three Things to Understand About Unemployment Statistics
Tomorrow morning the Bureau of Labor Statistics will release…

Is it Time to Sell Your Vacation Home?
The travel industry is one of the major sectors that’s…

Home Prices: It’s All About Supply and Demand
As we enter the summer months and work through the challenges…

The Benefits of Homeownership May Reach Further Than You Think
More than ever, our homes have become an integral part of…

Top Reasons to Own Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
June is National Homeownership Month,…

Economists Forecast Recovery to Begin in the Second Half of 2020
With the U.S. economy on everyone’s minds right now, questions…

Why This Summer Is the 2020 Real Estate Season
With stay-at-home orders starting to gradually lift throughout…

Buying or Selling a Home? You Need an Expert Kind of Guide
In a normal housing market, whether you’re buying or selling…

We Remember & Honor Those Who Gave All
We remember, today and always.
JERRY…

Interest Rates Hover Near Historic All-Time Lows [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Mortgage interest rates have dropped…

Experts Predict Economic Recovery Should Begin in the Second Half of the Year
One of the biggest questions we all seem to be asking these…

6 Reasons Why Selling Your House on Your Own Is a Mistake
There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional…

Housing Market Positioned to Bring Back the Economy
All eyes are on the American economy. As it goes, so does…

#1 Financial Benefit of Homeownership: Family Wealth
While growing up, we were taught by our parents and grandparents…

2020 Homeowner Wish List [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
In a recent study by realtor.com,…

Will the Housing Market Turn Around This Year?
Today, many people are asking themselves if they should buy…

A Surprising Shift to the ‘Burbs May Be on the Rise
While many people across the U.S. have traditionally enjoyed…

Unemployment Report: No Need to Be Terrified
Last Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) released…

Will Home Values Appreciate or Depreciate in 2020?
With the housing market staggered to some degree by the health…

A Day When Americans Can Return to Work [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Taking a moment to reflect upon what…

Unemployment: Hope on the Horizon
Tomorrow, the unemployment rate for April 2020 will be released…

Why Home Equity Is a Bright Spark in the Housing Market
Given how we have seen more unemployment claims than ever…

Confused About the Economic Recovery? Here’s Why.
As we continue to work through the health crisis that plagues…

U.S. Homeownership Rate Rises to Highest Point in 8 Years
For nearly two months, most of us have been following strict…

How to Test-Drive a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Staying at home doesn’t mean your…

Why the Housing Market Is a Powerful Economic Driver
With businesses starting to slowly open back up again in…

Buying a Home Right Now: Easy? No. Smart? Yes.
Through all the volatility in the economy right now, some…

Rise to the Top of the Pool by Selling Your House Today
With the release of the latest Economic Pulse Flash Survey…

What Impact Might COVID-19 Have on Home Values?
A big challenge facing the housing industry is determining…

Today’s Expert Insight on the Housing Market [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
According to Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist…

Uncertainty Abounds in the Search for Economic Recovery Timetable
Earlier this week, we discussed how most projections from…

Keys to Selling Your House Virtually
In a recent survey by realtor.com, people thinking about…

Will This Economic Crisis Have a V, U, or L-Shaped Recovery?
Many American businesses have been put on hold as the country…

The Pain of Unemployment: It Will Be Deep, But Not for Long
There are two crises in this country right now: a health…

How Technology is Helping Buyers Navigate the Home Search Process [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
A recent realtor.com survey revealed…

Today’s Homebuyers Want Lower Prices. Sellers Disagree.
The uncertainty the world faces today due to the COVID-19…

Think This Is a Housing Crisis? Think Again.
With all of the unanswered questions caused by COVID-19 and…

What If I Need to Sell My Home Now? What Can I Do?
Every day that passes, people have a need to buy and sell…

Recession? Yes. Housing Crash? No.
With over 90% of Americans now under a shelter-in-place order,…

What You Can Do to Get Your House Ready to Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Believe it or not, there are lots…

Why Home Office Space Is More Desirable Than Ever
For years, we’ve all heard about the most desirable home…

How Technology Is Enabling the Real Estate Process
Today’s everyday reality is pretty different than it looked…

How to Find the Perfect Real Estate Agent
There’s a ton of real estate information available in the…

Will Surging Unemployment Crush Home Sales?
Ten million Americans lost their jobs over the last two weeks.…

The Housing Market Is Positioned to Help the Economy Recover [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights
Expert insights are painting a bright…

Looking to the Future: What the Experts Are Saying
As our lives, our businesses, and the world we live in change…

The #1 Thing You Can Do Now to Position Yourself to Buy a Home This Year
The last few weeks and months have caused a major health…

The Economic Impact of Buying a Home
We’re in a changing real estate market, and life, in general,…

The Best Advice Does Not Mean Perfect Advice
The angst caused by the corona virus has most people on edge…

What You Can Do to Keep Your Dream of Homeownership Moving Forward [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Don’t put your homeownership plans…

Don’t Let Frightening Headlines Scare You
There’s a lot of anxiety right now regarding the coronavirus…

Is Now a Good Time to Refinance My Home?
With interest rates hitting all-time lows over the past few…

Why the Stock Market Correction Probably Won’t Impact Home Values
With the housing crash of 2006-2008 still visible in the…

Economic Slowdown: What the Experts Are Saying
More and more economists are predicting a recession is imminent…

Are We About to See a New Wave of Foreclosures?
With all of the havoc being caused by COVID-19, many are…

Three Reasons Why This Is Not a Housing Crisis
In times of uncertainty, one of the best things we can do…

Two Big Myths in the Homebuying Process
The 2020 Millennial Home Buyer Report shows how this generation…

5 Simple Graphs Proving This Is NOT Like the Last Time
With all of the volatility in the stock market and uncertainty…

Yes, You Can Still Afford a Home
The residential real estate market has come roaring out of…

FHA Recently Increased The Loan Limit For First Time Home Buyers | Episode #2 | #JerryAndYolandaShow
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The Federal Housing Administration has just increased the FHA…

Confidence Is the Key to Success for Young Homebuyers
Buying your first home can seem overwhelming. Thankfully,…

Equity Gain Growing in Nearly Every State
Rising home prices have been in the news a lot lately, and…

New Homes Coming to the Housing Market This Year
The number of building permits issued for single-family homes…

The Difference an Hour Makes [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Don’t forget to set your clocks…

Impact of the Coronavirus on the U.S. Housing Market
The Coronavirus (COVID-19) has caused massive global uncertainty,…

Real Estate Is Soaring, But Not Like 2008
Unlike last year, the residential real estate market kicked…

How Interest Rates Can Impact Your Monthly Housing Payments
Spring is right around the corner, so flowers are starting…

How Your Tax Refund Can Move You Toward Homeownership This Year
If you’re looking to buy a home in 2020, have you thought…

How Much “Housing Wealth” Can You Build in a Decade?
Earlier this month, the National Association of Realtors…

Thinking of Selling? Now May Be the Time.
The housing market has started off much stronger this year…

Entry-Level Homeowners Are in the Driver’s Seat
One thing helping homeowners right now is price appreciation,…

Opportunity in the Luxury Market This Year
Homes priced in the top 25% of a price range for a particular…

Interest Rates Over Time [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
With interest rates hovering at near…

The #1 Misconception in the Homebuying Process
After over a year of moderating home prices, it appears home…

The Many Benefits of Aging in a Community
There’s comfort in being around people who share common…

How Trusted Professionals Make Homebuying Easier to Understand
In the spring, many excited buyers get ready to enter the…

The Overlooked Financial Advantages of Homeownership
There are many clear financial benefits to owning a home:…

Reasons to Fall in Love with Homeownership [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
There are many benefits to love…

How the Housing Market Benefits with Uncertainty in the World
It’s hard to listen to today’s news without hearing about…

The #1 Reason to List Your House Right Now
The success of the U.S. residential real estate market, like…

Homeownership Rate on the Rise to a 6-Year High
Regardless of the lack of inventory on the market, the U.S.…

How Pricing Your Home Right Makes a Big Difference
Even though there’s a big buyer demand for homes in today’s…

The Top States Americans Moved to Last Year [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Americans are on the move, and the…

Great News for Renters Who Want to Buy a Home
Rents in the United States have been skyrocketing since 2012.…

Does “Aging in Place” Make the Most Sense?
A desire among many seniors is to “age in place.”
According…

How to Avoid a Gender Gap When Investing in the Housing Market
When buying a home, we all want to feel like we’re making…

Three Reasons Why Pre-Approval Is the First Step in the 2020 Homebuying Journey
When the number of buyers in the housing market outnumbers the…

5 Reasons Homeowners Throw Better Parties During the Big Game [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
There’s more room to entertain…

Strength of the Economy Is Surprising the Experts
We’re currently in the longest economic recovery in U.S.…

Where Have All the Houses Disappeared To?
If you’re following what’s happening in the current housing…

Should I Sell My House This Year?
If one of the questions you’re asking yourself today is,…

First-Time Buyers Are Searching for Existing Homes This Year
In the latest Housing Trends Report, the National Association…

2020 Homebuying Checklist
Some Highlights:
If you’re thinking of buying a…

The #1 Reason It Is Difficult to Find Your Dream Home
The headlines in real estate today all revolve around one…

How Buyers Can Win By Downsizing in 2020
Home values have been increasing for 93 consecutive months,…

The 2 Surprising Things Homebuyers Really Want
In a market where current inventory is low, it’s normal…

Make the Dream of Homeownership a Reality in 2020
In 1963, Martin Luther King, Jr. led and inspired a powerful…

Where Homebuyers Are Heading By Generation [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Whether capitalizing on job opportunities,…

Housing Inventory Vanishing: What Is the Impact on You?
The real estate market is expected to do very well this year…

Homes Are More Affordable Today, Not Less Affordable
There’s a current narrative that owning a home today is…

2020 Luxury Market Forecast
By the end of last year, many homeowners found themselves…

Buying a Home Early Can Significantly Increase Future Wealth
According to an Urban Institute study, homeowners who purchase…

National Cut Your Energy Costs Day [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
On January 10th of each year, “National…

There’s a Long Line of Buyers Waiting for Your House
If you’re following what’s happening in the housing market…

The New Spring Real Estate Market is Here. Are You Ready?
Which month do you think most people who are considering…

Big Demand for Small Homes
Movies, tv shows, and celebrities often have us dreaming…

3 Benefits to Buying Your Dream Home This Year
Outside of a strong economy, low unemployment, and higher…

Top Renovations for Maximum ROI [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
If you’re planning on selling your…

The 2020 Real Estate Projections That May Surprise You
This will be an interesting year for residential real estate.…

Here’s to a Wonderful 2020!
We hope 2020 is a great year for you, both personally and…

Expert Insights on the 2020 Housing Market
When closing out another year, it’s normal to wonder what’s…

Why You Shouldn’t “For Sale By Owner”
Rising home prices coupled with the current inventory in…

Working with a Local Real Estate Professional Makes All the Difference [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Choosing the right real estate professional…

Year-Over-Year Rental Prices on the Rise
Looking ahead, 2020 is projected to be a strong year for…


When a House Becomes a Happy Home
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a…

2020 Forecast Shows Continued Home Price Appreciation
Questions continue to rise around where home prices will…

Where is the Housing Market Headed in 2020? [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Interest rates will be lower than…

5,300 Reasons to Be Happy You’re a Homeowner
Studies have shown that, in many cases, the largest asset…

The Biggest Issue Facing Housing Next Year
This coming year the housing market will be defined by 3…

3 Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Home in 2020
It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think…

December 2019: The Buyer Stakes Are High Because Inventory Is Low
The reality of what we’re seeing this month is that homes…

Get Your House Ready To Sell This Winter
Some Highlights
Winter is a great time to list a house,…

Holiday Gifts Are Not the Only Hot Things Right Now
Black Friday is behind us and holiday gifts are flying off…

Have You Outgrown Your Home?
It may seem hard to imagine that the home you’re in today…

A 365 Day Difference in Homeownership
Over the past year, mortgage rates have fallen more than…

Have You Budgeted for Closing Costs?
Saving for a down payment is a key step in the homebuying…

Millennials Are on the Move as First-Time Homebuyers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
According to NAR’s latest Profile…

What is the Best Investment for Americans?
Some are reporting that there is trepidation regarding the…

Is A Bigger House Within Your Budget?
At this time of year, many families come together to celebrate…

It’s ‘National Roof Over Your Head’ Day!
Did you know that each year in the United States, we celebrate…

5 Reasons to Sell This Winter
Below are five compelling reasons to list your house this…

Buyers Are Looking For Your Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Existing Home Sales are currently…

Happy Thanksgiving From Jerry & Yolanda
We are grateful for an amazing year God has given us. At…


Tips to Sell Your Home Faster
When selling your house, there are a few key things you can…

The True Cost of Not Owning Your Home
There are great advantages to owning a home, yet many people…

7 Reasons to List Your House This Holiday Season
Around this time each year, many homeowners decide to wait…

The Cost Across Time [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
With interest rates around…

How Long Can This Economic Recovery Last?
The economy is currently experiencing the longest recovery…

Buyers Are Looking Now. Are You Ready to List Your Home?
Inventory on the market today is low, especially among existing…

Expert Advice: 3 Benefits to Owning a Home
Success is something often worth repeating, and Brent Sutherland,…

The Cost of Renting vs. Buying a Home [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Historically, the choice between…

This is Not 2008 All Over Again: The Mortgage Lending Factor
Some are afraid the real estate market may be looking a lot…

Buyer Demand Growing in Every Region
Buyers are out in full force this fall, increasing the demand…

Homeownership Rate Remains on the Rise
In the third quarter of 2019, the U.S. homeownership rate…

75 Years of VA Home Loan Benefits
Today, on Veterans Day, we salute those who have served our…

VA Home Loans by the Numbers [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
The Veterans Administration (VA)…

Forget the Price of the Home. The Cost is What Matters.
Home buying activity (demand) is up, and the number of available…

Millennials: Here’s Why the Process is Well Worth It.
Millennials have waited longer than any other generation…

Planning on Buying a Home? Be Sure You Know Your Options.
When you’re ready to buy, you’ll need to determine if…

The #1 Reason to List Your House in the Winter
Many sellers believe spring is the best time to put their…

The Difference an Hour Will Make This Fall [INFOGRAPHIC]
Every Hour in the U.S. Housing Market:
614 Homes…

Taking the Fear Out of the Mortgage Process
A considerable number of potential buyers shy away from the…

How to Determine If You Can Afford to Buy a Home
The gap between the increase in personal income and residential…

Thinking of Selling Your Home? The Waiting Is The Hardest Part.
Tom Petty famously penned the words, “the waiting is the…

4 Reasons to Buy a Home This Fall
Here are four great reasons to consider buying a home…

Buying a home can be SCARY…Until you know the FACTS [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Many potential homebuyers believe they…

Think Prices Have Skyrocketed? Look at Rents.
Much has been written about how residential real estate values…

5 Reasons to Consider Living in a Multigenerational Home
Did you know that 1 in 6 Americans currently live in a multigenerational…

Depending on the Price, You’re Going to Need Advice
To understand today’s complex real estate market, it is…

5 Tips for Starting Your Home Search
In today’s market, low inventory dominates the conversation…

Homes Are Selling Quickly [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
The National Association of REALTORS® surveyed…

3 Reasons This is NOT the 2008 Real Estate Market
Today’s real estate market is nothing like the 2008 market.…

3 Reasons to Use a Real Estate Pro in a Complex Digital World
If you’re searching for a home online, you’re not alone;…

Be on the Lookout for Gen Z: The Next Generation of Homebuyers
Gen Zers are the next generation of homeowners, and they’re…

Existing-Home Sales Report Indicates Now Is a Great Time to Sell
Based on the current state of the market, trends are shifting…

What You Need to Know About the Mortgage Process [INFOGRAPHIC]
Some Highlights:
Many buyers are purchasing…