The real estate world just got some big updates. Since the government spending bill in late 2022, a newer tax/spending law (“One Big Beautiful Bill”) passed in 2025 made important changes that affect homeowners, investors, and the housing market. Here’s what matters. Key Wins & What They Mean What Changed Why It Helps You Tax …
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Sep 11
Prices Are Cooling — And That’s Good News If You’re Buying a Home
Thinking about buying a home but feeling squeezed by high prices and interest rates? You’re not alone. The good news is that inflation — the overall rise in prices — is finally starting to cool off. And that could make a big difference in how affordable your next home is. Let’s break it down in …
Sep 09
Hey Fed, Play Like Gretzky—and Stop Chasing Rates
Let’s start with a happy twist: Mortgage rates dipped from around 7% to 6.5% in just two days—all thanks to the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, which pushed investors toward the safest bet out there: U.S. government bonds. That drop can save you about $100 a month on a typical mortgage. Talk about a quick …
Sep 08
Is It Time for Real Estate Investors to Sell?
1. A Winning Streak—Now Facing a Pause Over the past few years, real estate investors have enjoyed impressive gains: Thanks to historically low financing costs, many investors have capitalized on these trends. But now, signs suggest the momentum may be slowing. 2. Shifting Market Conditions 3. Why Investors Matter Right Now With few existing homes …
Sep 05
The Housing Recession Is Over—But We’re Not Fully Back Yet
According to NAR’s Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, the good news is that the housing recession has officially ended—even though the recovery is just getting started. What’s Changing? Why It Matters When homes sell quickly and bids are competitive, it means demand is high while supply is low. Homebuilders are responding by ramping up construction and …
Sep 03
When New and Existing Homes Go Their Separate Ways
In today’s housing market, new and existing home inventories are heading in opposite directions—and that’s a big deal for buyers and sellers alike. What’s Going On? Why Are Existing Homes Stuck? Many homeowners are reluctant to sell because they’re locked into rock-bottom mortgage rates—2.5% to 3%—that are rare in today’s market. Letting go of those …
Sep 02
What Buyers Really Need (A Friendlier Take)
Let’s be real: last year was a wild one for real estate. New-home sales were killing it—buoyed by a 33% increase in inventory and builders offering more affordable options. On the flip side, existing-home sales took a dive—the lowest since 2008—because supply was about half of pre-pandemic levels. Even with mortgage rates up, buyers were …
Aug 29
What Lies Ahead for Housing and the Real Estate Market
Strong Underlying Demand 2023 saw existing-home sales hit their lowest levels in nearly three decades, largely because homeowners were locked into ultra-low mortgage rates, housing inventory was scarce, and interest rates were climbing. Yet, when viewed through a broader lens, the picture changes: 4 million existing-home sales in 2023 equaled the total from 1995, despite …
Aug 28
Striking the Right Balance: Home Inventory & Policy Insights
In the current real estate landscape, while new-home builders recorded strong activity—posting roughly 40% more inventory in 2023 than in 2019—existing-home sellers have sharply curtailed listings. Established neighborhoods witnessed a 40% drop in existing-home inventory over the same period. This supply squeeze has fueled multiple-offer scenarios and propelled prices to unprecedented levels. Inventory Trends: A …
Aug 27
Retreat for First-Time Homebuyers: A Market Turning in Your Favor
Inventory Is Rising—but Still Below Pre-COVID Levels Homebuyers are starting to breathe easier as housing supply begins to recover. Listings are up nearly 20% compared to last fall—great news for buyers. Still, overall inventory remains about one-third below the levels seen before the pandemic. Why the uptick? Life and career changes are prompting more homeowners …
Aug 25
The Real Estate Outlook: Why There’s Finally Reason to Be Optimistic
After what feels like an eternity of economic uncertainty, rising interest rates, and sky-high home prices, we finally have some good news to share: the real estate market is showing signs of real, sustainable improvement. Yes, things are looking up—and not just a little. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for the right …
Aug 22
Contract Signings Climb Modestly, Closing Out a Slow Spring Market
Housing Market Update: A Little Spring Bump in Home Contracts 🌱🏡 June 26, 2025 — It looks like the spring housing market finally found a bit of its footing. After a choppy few months, pending home sales ticked up 1.8% in May, giving buyers, sellers, and real estate pros alike a small reason to smile. …
