Low Mortgage Rates Are Keeping Homeowners in ‘Golden Handcuffs’
Homeowners who were lucky enough to secure historically low mortgage interest rates during the pandemic aren’t budging—and that's putting the brakes on the housing market. For decades preceding the outbreak of COVID in 2020, homeowners built equity by trading up their homes, but according to real e
Most Homeowners With Non-Mortgage Debt Owe $10K+—Here’s How They’re Managing It
A new survey from TD Bank reveals that 65% of homeowners carrying non-mortgage debt owe $10,000 or more, underscoring the financial insecurities lingering beneath an otherwise stable housing market. There seem to be several factors at play: First, the cost of living has remained stubbornly high sinc
5 Fall Scents That Will Help Sell Your Home
With fall in full swing, introducing cozy, seasonal scents can make your home feel especially welcoming to buyers. The key is knowing how to use fragrance naturally, and when too much can backfire. Because experts agree that smells can trigger a strong reaction, particularly when it comes to buying
Is It a Red Flag If a Home Has Been Bought and Sold Many Times?
At some point during your search for a new home, you may come across a property that checks all your boxes—and then you'll do your due diligence. What if you review the sales history or title report and discover that this home has changed hands multiple times recently? Maybe it's been sold three tim
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