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8/17/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

The Kind of House Buyers Are Willing To Pay More For Simplifying The Market

That spare room on the main floor. The finished basement with a kitchenette and its own entrance. The bonus room you've been using for storage. To you, it's extra space. But to a growing pool of buyers, it's the reason they'd pick your house.

8/13/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Who Has the Upper Hand in Today's Housing Market? Simplifying The Market

Ask around and almost every homebuyer out there wants to know if there’s a way to get a better deal. And just about every seller wants to know if they'll still get top dollar.

8/12/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now Simplifying The Market

If you're waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while.

8/10/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home Simplifying The Market

If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment.

8/6/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First. Simplifying The Market

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven't changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it's a real possibility.

8/5/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Big Investors Are Backing Off and That’s Your Opening Simplifying The Market

For years, a lot of would-be homebuyers have worried about the same thing. How do you compete with big investors who can swoop in, pay cash, and snap up the houses you want?

8/3/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Here’s Where To Start if You’re Selling and Buying at the Same Time Simplifying The Market

If you're a homeowner getting ready to move, one question usually comes first: should you buy your next home before you sell, or sell your current house before you start looking?

7/30/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Buying a Home? Here's What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs. Simplifying The Market

If buying a home is on your radar, you've probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance.

7/29/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing. Simplifying The Market

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again.

7/27/2026 10:30:00 AM +00:00

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time Simplifying The Market

If you own a luxury house, you're in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn't.