If you've ever said to yourself, "There are rooms in this house that aren't being used," it could be time to downsize. And if you've caught yourself saying "We live too far away from the grandkids," it's probably time to move, if you can. And if climbing up and down...
One of the most misunderstood statuses in the MLS is "Active Under Contract." It means the seller has accepted an offer and the property is in escrow, but the seller is still willing to consider backup offers. Historically, many buyers would stop looking at these...
If your home isn’t selling, take comfort in knowing you’re far from alone. Normally, this time of year brings strong buyer activity thanks to favorable weather and families trying to move before the holiday season or the start of our local school year. But today’s...
For years, renters have faced a frustrating reality: They could pay thousands of dollars on time every month and still have little to show for it when applying for a mortgage. Meanwhile, someone with minimal housing history but a few credit cards could appear more...
Most of us barely notice our smart home devices anymore. The Ring doorbell catches package thieves. The Nest camera lets us check on the dog. Motion alerts buzz our phones so often that they’ve become background noise in daily life. Security cameras are no longer...
Another week, another Facebook post from a tenant scrambling to find housing because their landlord decided to sell the property. And almost every time, the comment section fills with well-meaning advice that ranges from partially correct to completely wrong. The...
