Retiring is a significant milestone in life, bringing many changes and new opportunities. As the door to this exciting chapter opens, you may consider selling your house and finding a home better suited for your evolving needs. Fortunately, you may be better positioned to make a move than you realize. Here are a few reasons why. Consider… [Read More]
Stronger-Than-Normal Buyer Traffic
Are you putting off selling your house because you’re worried no one’s buying because of where mortgage rates are? If so, know this: the latest data shows plenty of buyers are still out there and purchasing homes today. Here’s the data to prove it. The ShowingTime Showing Index is a measure of buyers touring homes. The graph… [Read More]
Gen Z’s Housing Market Moves
Generation Z (Gen Z) is eager to put down their roots and achieve financial independence. As a result, they’re turning to homeownership. According to the latest Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 30% of Gen Z buyers transitioned from living under their parents’ roofs to owning their homes. If you’re… [Read More]
Winning Colorado Property Assessment Appeals
Colorado homeowners have recently received notices of their property assessments, revealing significant increases in home values across the state. Unfortunately, these higher valuations are expected to lead to substantial property tax hikes in the coming year. As a result, homeowners are filing appeals in record numbers to challenge their property assessments. This article will explore… [Read More]
Winning with Downsizing Homes
Downsizing has long been a popular option when homeowners reach retirement age. But there are plenty of other life changes that could make downsizing worthwhile. For example, homeowners who have experienced a difference in their lives or no longer feel like their house fits their needs may benefit from decreasing too. U.S. News explains: “Downsizing is somewhat common among older people… [Read More]
Bridging the Homeownership Gap
As we celebrate Black History Month, we take the time to reflect on the experiences of Black Americans, both past and present. One of the paths towards building wealth and creating a legacy is through homeownership, but this is an area where people of color often face steep challenges. Despite progress, equitable access to housing… [Read More]
Benefits of Multigenerational Households
If you’re thinking of buying a home and living with siblings, parents, or grandparents, then multigenerational living may be for you. The Pew Research Center defines a multigenerational household as a home with two or more adult generations. And the number of individuals choosing multigenerational living has increased over the past 50 years. As you consider… [Read More]