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Retiring Doesn't Always Mean Downsizing — Here's the DataSeniors ages 61-70 who sold a 2,000-square-foot home between Ju...
09/14/2026

Retiring Doesn't Always Mean Downsizing — Here's the Data

Seniors ages 61-70 who sold a 2,000-square-foot home between June 2024 and June 2025 typically moved into a similarly sized property, according to a spring 2026 NAR report. Downsizing isn't the automatic move retirees assume it is.

Still, retirement is worth a fresh look at your housing situation. A few factors worth weighing: how home prices compare between where you live now and where you'd want to retire, how state and property taxes affect your long-term budget, whether upkeep on your current home still fits your lifestyle, and how close you want to be to family. Pew Research found 42% of adults with a postgraduate degree live within an hour of extended family, while 32% live near none at all.

Retirees: the right move isn't always smaller. It's the one that matches your finances, your energy and the people you want nearby.

One Bad Photo Could Cost You Thousands on Your ListingBuyers shop online first, and a single messy or poorly lit photo c...
09/09/2026

One Bad Photo Could Cost You Thousands on Your Listing

Buyers shop online first, and a single messy or poorly lit photo can send them clicking to the next listing before they ever see the rest of your home.

Real estate photography pros agree on the basics: declutter every room, turn lights on and fans off, hide personal photos, open all drapes and blinds, and move vehicles off the property before exterior or drone shots. Small details matter too — unmade beds, dishes in the sink, even toilet seats left up can undercut an otherwise great shot.

Some things are out of your control, like power lines or a trash bin that can't be moved. But most of what shows up in your photos is fixable with a little prep.

Sellers: the work you do before the camera comes out is often the difference between a scroll-past and a showing.

The Low-Rate Grip on the Market Is Slowly LooseningThe share of mortgages carrying rates of 6% or higher grew 3.2 percen...
09/04/2026

The Low-Rate Grip on the Market Is Slowly Loosening

The share of mortgages carrying rates of 6% or higher grew 3.2 percentage points over the past year to 22.1% — a quiet but meaningful sign that the pool of ultralow-rate homeowners is shrinking.

Half the market still hasn't moved: 49.9% of outstanding mortgages sit at 4% or lower, and 19.5% remain at 3% or below. But that group is no longer growing, while the higher-rate group is.

Another shift is coming. Many pandemic-era adjustable-rate mortgages will reset over the next few years, pushing those owners back into the market to refinance or sell. Analysts expect a natural ebb and flow rather than a flood.

Sellers: as fewer neighbors hold a rate worth clinging to, the hesitation that has frozen inventory starts to fade — and listing becomes a real conversation again. Source: Realtor.com

The Wrong Paint Color Could Cost You $18,164A new 2026 paint color analysis found ochre yellow can reduce a home's perce...
09/02/2026

The Wrong Paint Color Could Cost You $18,164

A new 2026 paint color analysis found ochre yellow can reduce a home's perceived value by $18,164, while chocolate brown bedrooms may add $2,277 to a seller's offer.

Sage green also performed well, while bright red and pale pink ranked among the bigger turnoffs. Darker earth tones tend to make a bedroom feel more like a retreat.

That said, paint alone doesn't determine value — layout, size, light, location and condition drive what a home is worth. But buyers make fast, gut-level decisions, and bold or highly personal colors can pull their focus toward what they'd need to change.

Sellers: a fresh, neutral coat before listing is one of the cheapest ways to protect a first impression.

Foreclosed Homes Are Selling for 27% Below ValueThe median foreclosed home sold for 27.2% below its estimated value, acc...
08/31/2026

Foreclosed Homes Are Selling for 27% Below Value

The median foreclosed home sold for 27.2% below its estimated value, according to a new report — and foreclosure listings just hit their highest level in six years.

Foreclosures made up 1.3% of all homes for sale, up from a recent low but still below the 1.7% share seen in 2020. Economists say this reflects a return to normal market conditions, not a housing crisis.

The tradeoff: most sell as-is, so buyers absorb any repairs. These listings also carry 30.4% fewer photos and descriptions 33% shorter than standard listings, which is part of why they sit on the market 11 days longer.

Buyers — the discount is real, but so is the homework. If you're prepared to inspect carefully and move patiently, this is one of the few genuine affordability paths left in this market.

Mature Trees Can Add Value to a HomeMature trees can do more than provide shade. When they are healthy, well-placed, and...
08/28/2026

Mature Trees Can Add Value to a Home

Mature trees can do more than provide shade. When they are healthy, well-placed, and properly maintained, they can improve curb appeal and make a property feel more established, private, and welcoming.

One industry estimate suggests that mature trees combined with quality landscaping may increase a home's resale value by 5% to 15%. However, location and maintenance matter. Trees that block natural light, interfere with views, damage sidewalks, or sit too close to a home can create concerns for future owners.

Regular pruning, checking for disease, and watching for root damage can help keep mature trees healthy and attractive. Choosing trees that fit the local climate and require less upkeep can also be a smart long-term choice.

A well-maintained landscape can make a strong first impression while adding to the overall appeal of a property.

Walkability Now Comes With a Price Tag63% of Americans say they'd pay more to live where they can easily walk to parks, ...
08/24/2026

Walkability Now Comes With a Price Tag

63% of Americans say they'd pay more to live where they can easily walk to parks, shops and restaurants — and 59% would choose a smaller lot in a walkable neighborhood over a bigger home site that requires more driving.

A new NAR survey found 89% say sidewalks and places to walk are important when deciding where to live, while 82% want shops and parks within an easy walk. The gap is the problem: 71% say the places they need to go are too far away to walk.

Homeowners: proximity to parks, shops and everyday amenities isn't a minor perk anymore. It's a feature worth putting front and center when you sell.

A New Federal Housing Law Is Here — and It's Packed With BenefitsThe 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, bringi...
08/21/2026

A New Federal Housing Law Is Here — and It's Packed With Benefits

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is now law, bringing nearly 50 bipartisan measures designed to boost housing supply, improve affordability and expand homeownership access nationwide.

Here's what it means for you:

*More homes coming — the law removes barriers to new construction, streamlines permitting, encourages modular and manufactured housing, and supports rural housing development.

*Easier path to ownership — new small-dollar mortgage options, expanded lending for underserved borrowers, and homeownership savings initiatives aim to open doors for more buyers.

*Stronger financing — provisions boost capital for affordable housing development and community investment, helping more homes get built.

*Support for veterans — the law expands awareness of VA home loan benefits, strengthens assistance for disabled veterans, and improves transparency so veteran buyers can better compare financing options.

*The support behind it is striking — a poll found 89% of voters back the legislation, including majorities across party lines.

A rare win built to benefit families and communities in every ZIP code.

The Fed Remains Deeply Divided on Inflation's Next MoveThe Federal Reserve remains split on where inflation is headed ne...
08/17/2026

The Fed Remains Deeply Divided on Inflation's Next Move

The Federal Reserve remains split on where inflation is headed next, with officials divided over whether policy should tighten, hold steady, or ease going forward.

Policymakers generally expect inflation to cool as some cost pressures fade, but many remain concerned that continued investment in AI infrastructure will keep pushing up prices for semiconductors, technology and electricity.

Consumer expectations for future inflation have also been climbing — a trend the Fed watches closely, since it can become self-reinforcing if households and businesses assume prices will stay elevated.

For anyone navigating the housing market, the takeaway is simple: with the Fed still divided, don't wait for certainty that may not come soon — talk to your lender about options that work no matter which direction policy moves.

95% of Future Buyers Say Something's Holding Them Back — Here's WhatA new survey found 95% of Americans planning to buy ...
08/14/2026

95% of Future Buyers Say Something's Holding Them Back — Here's What

A new survey found 95% of Americans planning to buy within five years say something is stopping them now — but affordability, not desire, is the barrier.

Top obstacles: high home prices (48%), monthly payment concerns (40%), high mortgage rates (33%) and down payment costs (33%). Notably, 63% say they can spend less than the median U.S. home price, and over half lack confidence in understanding the homebuying process.

What would move them forward? 54% said falling prices, 43% said more inventory in their price range, and 38% said lower mortgage rates.

Interestingly, 37% plan to turn to AI for homebuying information and 28% to social media — a sign many buyers are researching before ever reaching out to a professional.

For buyers stuck in wait-and-see mode, the next step isn't touring homes — it's an honest conversation about budget, financing and local options.

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