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Pros share where to focus your effort.
05/30/2026

Pros share where to focus your effort.

Selling your home can be a bit of a guessing game. While you can certainly work to make sure your home looks its best, it’s hard to know what potential home buyers are actually reacting to (or looking for) as they walk through your home. That said, there are ways to stack the deck in your favor to...

If you’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to settle down, the latest move shows why it helps to keep your numbers update...
05/29/2026

If you’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to settle down, the latest move shows why it helps to keep your numbers updated.

Mortgage rates moved up again, reaching their highest level in about five weeks, according to CNBC. That doesn’t mean buyers are out of the market, but it does make the payment math more important. A small rate change can affect what feels comfortable month to month, especially when home prices an...

Smart layouts, vertical gardening, and multi-functional pieces can make small yards feel spacious and purposeful
05/28/2026

Smart layouts, vertical gardening, and multi-functional pieces can make small yards feel spacious and purposeful

Small yards demand intentional design to balance function and beauty. Techniques like square-foot gardening, vertical planting, and using tiered or stackable planters help maximize growing potential without overcrowding. Even narrow areas, such as side yards, can become lush pathways or compact seat...

Affluent female buyers are emerging as an influential force, driving demand for full-service buildings, wellness and lif...
05/27/2026

Affluent female buyers are emerging as an influential force, driving demand for full-service buildings, wellness and lifestyle amenities, and long-term investments.

The buying and selling of high-end real estate has traditionally been shaped by the preferences of wealthy couples, legacy families, and deep-pocketed male buyers. But a major shift is unfolding at the top of the market, as affluent women increasingly drive purchases, influence design priorities, an...

If you’re comparing markets across the border, this is a useful snapshot of how U.S. resale activity is holding up.
05/26/2026

If you’re comparing markets across the border, this is a useful snapshot of how U.S. resale activity is holding up.

The U.S. spring housing market appears to be moving forward, but not at a runaway pace. A modest lift in resale activity can be a good sign, especially after a slower stretch, but buyers are still dealing with the realities of pricing, borrowing costs, and local supply. For anyone following real est...

If you own a home in California, insurance is becoming part of the affordability conversation in a much bigger way.
05/25/2026

If you own a home in California, insurance is becoming part of the affordability conversation in a much bigger way.

California’s insurance challenges are no longer limited to the highest wildfire-risk areas. This article explains how some lower-risk neighborhoods are also seeing homeowners pushed toward the FAIR Plan, the state’s insurer of last resort. That matters because insurance is now a bigger part of t...

When private insurers pull back, the FAIR Plan can become part of the conversation even in places buyers didn’t expect.
05/24/2026

When private insurers pull back, the FAIR Plan can become part of the conversation even in places buyers didn’t expect.

California’s home insurance market is under real pressure, and this MoneyGeek analysis shows how widely the pullback has spread. Private insurers wrote fewer new homeowners policies in much of the state, while FAIR Plan enrollment has climbed sharply since 2021. That matters for more than wildfire...

The median new construction home sold for $387,400 in March, the lowest level in nearly five years. Prices have fallen 6...
05/23/2026

The median new construction home sold for $387,400 in March, the lowest level in nearly five years. Prices have fallen 6.2% in the last year, even as older homes are still slowly appreciating.

The price relief for new construction buyers comes as builders continue to adjust to the housing market’s affordability problem. Many are slashing prices to compete in high-supply markets in the Southeast and Mountain West, and building smaller homes with simpler finishes that are in reach for mor...

If you follow California housing, 2026 brings a long list of new laws aimed at speeding up approvals and adding homes ne...
05/22/2026

If you follow California housing, 2026 brings a long list of new laws aimed at speeding up approvals and adding homes near transit.

California is rolling out a major set of housing laws in 2026, with changes touching CEQA, permitting timelines, transit-oriented density, ADUs, adaptive reuse, affordable housing, and disaster recovery. Some of the biggest pieces focus on making approvals faster and giving the state stronger tools....

With vacation home demand cooling and 23% of listings seeing price cuts, buyers may find better entry points for income ...
05/21/2026

With vacation home demand cooling and 23% of listings seeing price cuts, buyers may find better entry points for income properties.

Average mortgage rates for second homes stand at about 7.03%, roughly 0.25% to 0.50% higher than primary residences. Still, retirees in high-demand areas are renting properties to cover mortgages, HOA dues, and management fees, sometimes generating extra profit. Experts stress treating the venture l...

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