If you've put your move plans on hold due to high rates or prices, it may be time to reassess your numbers. Affordability is improving in 39 of the top 50 markets, according to First American. And that’s the 5th straight month where buying a home has become slightly easier.

Let’s break this down into real dollars, so you can see the difference this could make for you (and your [...]

Did you know? A record 40% of U.S. homeowners now own their homes outright. That’s the highest share ever recorded.

And that’s a crucial statistic if you’re considering downsizing. 

Think about it. If you’ve been in your house for a long time, you may be able to sell and buy your next home in cash. 

You can purchase a smaller, less expensive home that better suits your lifestyle today, with lower bills, less upkeep, and no new mortgage in [...]

 

 

Want to know something important? You probably don’t have a professional check for yourself nearly as often as you should. Spoiler alert: it’s the value of your home.

Because here’s the reality. Your house is likely the most significant financial asset you have. And if you’ve lived in it for a few years or more, chances are it’s been [...]