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07/31/2026

The Most Expensive Mortgage Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Save money on your mortgage by avoiding this mistakes that can cost you big time. Included in the article are helpful resources from Kevin Vitali, Eric Jeanette and more.

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When it comes to applying for a mortgage or refinancing a mortgage there are some common mistakes that can not only result in outright denial of an application but also can lead to increased costs for a loan that add up overtime.  Spending extra money where one does not have too, especially if the...

07/31/2026

Expired Home Listing: Expert Tips to Refresh, Relist, and Close the Deal

If your home expired off of the market this article is for you. Recover from a faulty first listing with the tips in this article. The article includes helpful resources from Luke Skar, Michelle Gibson and more.

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Learn about some important things to evaluate and do in order to make sure an expired home sale does not happen again.

07/31/2026

July 2026 Real Estate Roundup

Check out the great real estate reads from July 2026. Authors include Karen Highland, Luke Skar, Michelle Gibson, Leah and Alex Sajovits Team and more.

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Mortgage interest rates have remained high throughout 2026 and show no signs of backing off.  With individual home prices remaining high, many buyers are simply priced out of the market a…

07/20/2026

Check out this great roundup for July 2026 from Karen Highland. Authors include Luke Skar, R. Donald Mangiarelli, Michelle Gibson and more.

See several of the best real estate articles published in July by top bloggers around the country sharing their expertise.

07/17/2026

What Real Estate Agents Want You to Know About Making an Offer

Real estate agents stress: Put your best foot forward when making an offer by using a proper written contract with exact details, clear deadlines, and key contingencies like inspection, appraisal, financing, and insurance. Avoid rushing, include a reasonable expiration time, understand counteroffers, and work with a pro—skipping these steps in a hot market can lead to costly regrets or legal headaches down the line as this article explores. The article includes helpful resources from Luke Skar, Karen Highland and more.

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Learn what real estate agents know about making competitive home offers. Discover insider tips, negotiation strategies, and common mistakes to avoid when submitting your offer.

07/02/2026

June 2026 Real Estate Roundup

Check out some of the great real estate reads from last month. Authors include Luke Skar, Michelle Gibson, Tammy Emineth and more.

Check out the great real estate reads from this month’s round up.  From home affordability, credit score boosting tips, to great tips on how to make the best offer.  Mortgage ra…

06/25/2026

Great article from Luke Skar providing insight for home buyers to determine how much home they can afford. Included at the page is a helpful financial calculator to figure out mortgage payments.

Use our home affordability calculator to estimate how much house you can afford. See your buying power by factoring income, debt, & down payment.

06/19/2026

Smart Credit Moves: How to Increase Your Score and Save on Your Mortgage

Want to save money? Make sure your credit score is tip top condition with the tips in this article which will help save money on a mortgage and any other credit in general. The article includes helpful resources from Luke Skar and more.

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The difference between a great credit score and an okay credit score can mean a huge difference in the amount of money one will spend over the term of their mortgage (as well as on other credit related debts). Home buyers with higher credit scores can get better interest rates on their mortgage whic...

06/13/2026

Down Payment Myths: How Much Do You Really Need To Put Down?

Down payments when buying a home can often be a source of confusion. There is not a one size fits all answer either. Learn more about down payment requirements when buying a home in this article. Included in the article are helpful resources from Eric Jeanette, Kevin Vitali and more.

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05/30/2026

May 2026 Real Estate Roundup

Check out some of the great reads from the month of May 2026 with authors like Karen Highland, Luke Skar, Eric Jeanette and more. Please consider sharing if you find it to be helpful.

Interest rates remain elevated and with higher home prices buyers still remain on the sidelines.  Even with the spring season in many markets being the busiest home prices are still flat …