Inflation Is Slowing. What’s Next for Mortgage Rates?

With inflation and the housing market dominating economic headlines, it’s important to understand how they go hand-in-hand. When the rate of inflation is too high, the Federal Reserve takes action by raising the key interest rate. As a result, borrowing money becomes more expensive—and interest rate

Buying or Selling in the Next 12 Months: What You Need to Know Today

There are many different reasons you might be thinking about selling your home. Perhaps you want to downsize (or upsize), perhaps you want to take advantage of the market, or maybe you need to move to another area of the country for your company. Regardless of the reasons, there are many things to c

Mid-Year Home Price Predictions from the Experts

Last week, the Fed announced that it would lift its pause on interest rate hikes, raising rates by 25 basis points (0.25%). The current rate is the highest it’s been since March 2001. This move is a further attempt at directing the economy toward a “soft landing,” or a gradual slowdown that curbs in

Luxury Homes: The Best of the Best, Period.

Luxury homes are often called dream homes for a reason: They come with extraordinarily lush features, like spacious floor plans, high-tech appliances, decor fit for the rich and famous, and perfectly sculpted gardens. But every year, the bar is raised and there's a new trend that takes over in the m