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Condos Could Be a Win for Today’s Buyers

By Wendy Sarmasag | September 4, 2025

Condos Could Be a Win for Today’s Buyers Not every homebuyer wants the biggest house on the block. Some want something simpler, more affordable, and easier to maintain, especially in a market where every dollar counts. That’s where condos come in. For first-time buyers, they can be a smart way to get into homeownership without […]

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.

By Wendy Sarmasag | August 28, 2025

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead. When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from Redfin, that’s happening a bit more often lately. The good news is, it’s completely avoidable if you lean […]

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff

By Wendy Sarmasag | August 21, 2025

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. After the most recent jobs report came out weaker than expected, the bond market reacted almost instantly. And, as a result, in early August mortgage rates dropped to […]

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Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think

By Wendy Sarmasag | August 12, 2025

Why Selling Without an Agent Can Cost You More Than You Think Cutting out the agent might seem like a smart way to save when you sell your house. But here’s the hard truth. Last year, homes that sold with an agent went for almost 15% more than those that sold without one. That gap […]

Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now

By Wendy Sarmasag | July 29, 2025

Why a Newly Built Home Might Be the Move Right Now Are you looking for better home prices, or even a lower mortgage rate? You might find both in one place: a newly built home. While many buyers are overlooking new construction, it could be your best opportunity in today’s market. Here’s why. There are […]

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House

By Wendy Sarmasag | July 24, 2025

Don’t Make These Mistakes When Selling Your House Are you thinking about selling your house? Some common mistakes today can make the process more stressful or even cost you money. Fortunately, they’re easy to avoid, as long as you know what to watch for. Let’s break down the biggest seller slip-ups, and how an agent […]