Where Should I Move? It May Be Time to Say Goodbye to the City

By Mary O'Neil

The housing market is booming, and people are taking this opportunity to move out of cities and into suburban and rural areas. These migration patterns are largely due to record low mortgage rates and the fact that many companies are offering fully remote options. In fact, a recent Redfin report found that 30% of homebuyers…

How Sellers Win When Housing Inventory Is Low

By Mary O'Neil

In today’s housing market, the number of homes for sale is much lower than the strong buyer demand. As a result, homeowners ready to sell have a significant advantage. Here are three ways today’s low inventory will set you up for a win when you sell this season. 1. Higher Prices With so many more…

Two Graphs That Show Why You Shouldn’t Be Upset About 3% Mortgage Rates

By Mary O'Neil

With the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac climbing above 3%, rising rates are one of the topics dominating the discussion in the housing market today. And since experts project rates will rise further in the coming months, that conversation isn’t going away any time soon. But as a homebuyer, what do rates…

Moving Across Country? Here’s How to Do It

By Mary O'Neil

Whether you’ve moved into a new apartment or are preparing to move after selling your house, the process of moving can make even the calmest of people feel a little stressed. And if you’re preparing to relocate and are moving across the country, you might feel like there’s even more on your to-do list.  But…

Numbers Don’t Lie – It’s Still a Great Time To Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Mary O'Neil

Some Highlights Heading into the end of the year, you might wonder if it’s still a good time to sell your house. Here’s what the latest data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) says. Housing supply is lower than last year, and home prices are up nationwide. Meanwhile, the average home is selling fast…