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  Mortgage rates are still high. Prices keep climbing. And the Fed isn’t exactly handing out discounts. If you're feeling hesitant about buying a home right now, you're not alone. But according to Barbara Corcoran, the real estate mogul who turned $1,000 into a multimillion-dollar business, this kind of market is exactly when savvy buyers make their move. In a recent interview with Realtor.com ®, Corcoran laid it out clearly: when uncertainty creeps in, most people hit pause. But for those ready to act, that’s when the best opportunities show up. “When things are uncertain, buyers hesitate before committing to a new home—they might be worried about the stock market, politics, or interest rates, but when they worry, they hesitate to move. That makes uncertain markets the best time to buy!” — Barbara Corcoran In other words, while other buyers wait for “perfect,” smart buyers make moves. So what exactly does that look like in practice? Here are three key signs that, according to ...

If you’ve been thinking about selling your home—whether to downsize, move closer to family, or just simplify your lifestyle—you’ve probably noticed the growing buzz around real estate apps, AI tools, and online home-buying companies. Maybe you’ve even wondered: "Will I still need a real estate agent in a few years?" It’s a great question. And the short answer is: yes—absolutely. But the why is what really matters, especially if you're a homeowner in your 60s or older looking to make a move. 🧠 Technology Is Helpful—But It’s Not a Replacement There’s no doubt the tools available today are impressive. You can get an online home estimate in seconds or take virtual tours of homes across the country. But when it comes time to sell your home—the biggest asset most people ever own—technology has its limits. Zillow can’t walk through your house and tell you that your updated kitchen is a key selling point. It can’t explain how market shifts in Pembroke Pines or Miramar are...

  Buying your first home doesn’t look anything like it did 30 years ago.  The average first-time buyer in 2024 is 38 years old. Compare that to 33 in 2020 and 31 between 1993 and 2018. So if you’re renting in your 30s or 40s, it’s easy to wonder: Did I miss my window? The short answer is not at all.  In fact, you’re right on time—and there are solid financial and personal reasons for that. Why Are Buyers Waiting Longer? Research from John Burns Research & Consulting shows that Americans are hitting major life milestones later across the board: The average age of first-time mothers is now 30 (up from early 20s a few decades ago). Only 33% of today’s 30-year-olds own a home, compared to 47% in 1984. Only 48% of 30-year-olds have been married (down from 78% in 1984) And 72% of renters are now over the age of 30—the highest share ever recorded. This isn’t a fluke. Each generation since the baby boomers has reached these milestones later than the previous one. We're seein...

  Most people think of homeownership as one big expense. And I get it, between mortgage payments, maintenance, insurance, taxes… the list seems never-ending. But what often gets overlooked is the way your home can pay you back when tax season rolls around. If you're a homeowner, you may be sitting on deductions and credits that could reduce your taxable income, boost your refund, or soften the blow of what you owe. Here's how to take full advantage of that financial upside. Homeownership = Tax Write-Off Opportunities Let’s break down the most common tax perks homeowners may qualify for: Mortgage Interest Deduction You can deduct interest paid on your mortgage for up to $750,000 of debt ($375,000 if married filing separately). This can be a major write-off in the early years of your mortgage when interest makes up most of your monthly payment. Property Tax Deduction You can deduct up to $10,000 in combined state and local property taxes (or $5,000 if filing separately). Just ma...

You’ve probably heard the headlines: mortgage rates are still high, and the market is tough. But here’s what most of those headlines miss: subtle signs of life in the housing market. Mortgage purchase applications are up year over year, and even though rates are still above 6.5%, demand is starting to stir. It’s not a boom. It’s not a frenzy. But it is something to take note of.  What Are Mortgage Purchase Applications? Mortgage purchase applications are exactly what they sound like: buyers applying for loans to purchase homes.  It’s a leading indicator that looks 30 to 90 days ahead of actual home sales, which makes it one of the best ways to spot a market shift before it shows up in the headlines. In the first 10 weeks of 2025, we've seen: 4 positive weeks 3 flat weeks 3 negative weeks That might not sound groundbreaking, but most of the weekly data this year is positive, and we’re seeing year-over-year growth for the first time in a long while. And applications go up, it's ...

  Everyone knows that spring is typically the best season to sell a home. But, there’s a mistake I see sellers make every year based on that information. When most people think of spring, their mind skips to late in the season—or even early summer—when the weather is perfect, flowers are blooming, and buyers are out in full force.  By the time they list, they’re actually late to the game. They end up competing against a flood of other sellers and losing the leverage they could have had. The data actually says that you want to sell fast and for top dollar, listing right before the competition spikes is your best bet. And according to Realtor.com, the Best Week to Sell in 2025 is April 13-19.  Here’s the data to back it up: 1. Less Competition Means More Buyer Attention Think of the housing market like a popular restaurant. If you show up right when it opens, you get seated immediately, and the staff is focused on you. But if you wait until peak dinner hours, you’re stuck ...

Thinking about buying a home this year?  You’ve probably heard all kinds of advice: “ Wait for rates to drop.” “Home prices are too high.” “Now’s the best time to buy!” Truth is, no one has a crystal ball. But if you’re trying to decide whether now is the right time to buy, there’s one thing you need to ask yourself… How long do you plan to stay? Because when it comes to real estate, time is your biggest asset. Let’s break it down. The Longer You Stay, The More You Gain If you’re only planning to live in a home for a year or two, buying probably isn’t the smartest move. Closing costs, property taxes, and maintenance add up fast, and you likely won’t see enough appreciation to make up for those costs. And that’s not factoring in taxes on capital gains if you make a move in less than two years. But what if you stay longer? According to Redfin , the typical U.S. homeowner stays in their home for 11.8 years. If you’re planning to stay that long, history shows you’re likely to benefit f...

If you’re wondering if   home prices   are going to come down due to the cooldown in the   housing market   or a   potential recession , here’s what you need to know. Not only are experts forecasting home prices will continue to appreciate nationwide this year, but most of them also actually increased their projections for home price appreciation from their original 2022 forecasts ( shown in green in the chart below ): As the chart shows, most sources adjusted up, and now call for more appreciation in 2022 than they originally projected this January. But why are experts so confident the housing market will see ongoing appreciation? It’s because of   supply and demand   in most markets. As   Bankrate   says : “After all, supplies of homes for sale remain near record lows. And while a jump in mortgage rates has dampened demand somewhat,   demand still outpaces supply, thanks to a combination of little new construction and strong household ...

Over the last two years, the rate of home prices appreciated at a dramatic pace. While that led to incredible   equity gains   for homeowners, it’s also caused some buyers to wonder if home prices will fall. It’s important to know the housing market   isn’t a bubble   about to burst, and home price growth is supported by strong market fundamentals. To understand why price declines are unlikely, it’s important to explore what caused home prices to rise so much recently, and where experts say home prices are headed. Here’s what you need to know. Home Prices Rose Significantly in Recent Years The graph below uses the latest data from   CoreLogic   to illustrate the rise in home prices over the past year and a half. The gray bars represent the dramatic increase in the rate of home price appreciation in 2021. The blue bars show home prices are still rising in 2022, but not as quickly: You might be asking:   why did home prices climb so much last year? ...

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In today’s   housing market , there are far more buyers looking for homes than sellers listing their houses. Based on the concept of supply and demand, this means home prices will naturally rise. Why is that? When there are more people trying to buy an item than there are making that item available for sale, that drives prices up. And that’s exactly the case in today’s housing market. So, knowing what’s happening with the inventory of homes for sale and the demand for housing is crucial for today’s buyers and sellers. Nationally, Demand Is High and Supply Is Very Low The latest buyer and seller   activity data   from the   National Association of Realtors   (NAR) indicates buyer traffic heavily outweighs seller traffic today, as shown in the maps below. There are far darker blues (strong buyer activity) on the left and much lighter blues (weak seller activity) on the right. In other words, this shows how the demand for homes is significantly greater than what’s ...

A   recent survey   revealed that many consumers believe there’s a housing bubble beginning to form. That feeling is understandable, as year-over-year home price appreciation is still in the double digits. However, this market is very different than it was during the housing crash 15 years ago. Here are four key reasons why today is nothing like the last time. 1. Houses Are Not Unaffordable Like They Were During the Housing Boom The affordability formula has three components: the price of the home, wages earned by the purchaser, and the mortgage rate available at the time. Conventional lending standards say a purchaser should not spend more than   28%   of their gross income on their mortgage payment. Fifteen years ago, prices were high, wages were low, and mortgage rates were over 6%. Today, prices are still high. Wages, however, have increased, and the mortgage rate, even after the recent spike, is still well below 6%. That means the average purchaser today pays le...