5 Cities Near Charlotte to Buy or Rent in this Year

By Mary O'Neil

The “Queen City,” Charlotte, NC, is the largest city in the state. Home to a number of major corporations, sports teams, cultural attractions, warm summers, and mild winters, there’s no shortage of reasons Charlotte is an awesome city. Certainly, Charlotte is a great place for many to live, but it may not be your top…

8 Cities Near Atlanta to Buy or Rent in this Year

By Mary O'Neil

The “Big Peach,” Atlanta, GA, is widely known for its vibrant music scene, Southern cuisine, Coca-Cola, and of course, peaches. Home to top colleges like Georgia Institute of Technology and Spelman College, and iconic sports teams like the Atlanta Falcons, there’s something for everyone living in Atlanta. While Atlanta has so much to offer, even…

12 Cities Near San Francisco to Buy or Rent in this Year

By Mary O'Neil

San Francisco, CA, home of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island, and Fisherman’s Wharf, is a one-of-a-kind city in Northern California that has drawn people to move to the area for centuries. Whether you have a job at one of the major tech companies, have lived there your whole life, or are a fan of…

10 Cities Near San Diego to Buy or Rent in this Year

By Mary O'Neil

With its coastal views of the Pacific Ocean, San Diego, CA, is one of many destinations people are moving to in Southern California. The city is known for its mild climate, natural deep-water harbor, extensive beaches, and regional cuisine like fish tacos and California burritos.  Even with everything San Diego has to offer, every city…

8 Cities Near Chicago to Buy or Rent in this Year

By Mary O'Neil

Chicago, IL, known for its skyline, culture, food scene, and stunning architecture, is unsurprisingly home to 3 million residents. From iconic sports teams like the Chicago Cubs, the Chicago White Sox, the Chicago Bears, and the Chicago Bulls, universities like the University of Chicago and Northwestern University, and its beautiful views of Lake Michigan, Chicago…

What Would a Recession Mean for the Housing Market? [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Mary O'Neil

Some Highlights If you’re wondering what a potential recession could mean for the housing market, here’s what history tells us. In four of the last six recessions, home prices actually appreciated, only falling during the early 90s and the housing crash in 2008. Mortgage rates, though, declined during each of the previous recessions. If you…