Homebuyers

The Sun Belt's Great Recalibration: Are America's Hottest Housing Markets Cooling or Just Catching Their Breath?

The Sun Belt's Great Recalibration: Are America's Hottest Housing Markets Cooling or Just Catching Their Breath?

July 21, 2025

For a remarkable period, they were the undisputed champions of the U.S. housing market. Cities like Austin, Phoenix, and Tampa captivated national attention, drawing a flood of new residents, igniting explosive price growth, and sparking fierce bidding wars. These Sun Belt metros embodied the pandemic-era migration, fueled by remote work, lower taxes, and the promise […]

5 Smart Strategies for First-Time Real Estate Investors in 2025: A Data-Driven Guide

5 Smart Strategies for First-Time Real Estate Investors in 2025: A Data-Driven Guide

July 11, 2025

Getting started in real estate can feel like navigating a complex maze, but with interest rates stabilizing, rental demand remaining strong, and new technological tools enhancing accessibility, 2025 presents a promising landscape for first-time real estate investors. Success, however, hinges on a strategic, data-backed approach. This guide breaks down five key moves that can position […]

The ADU Boom: How Backyard Homes Are Reshaping Urban Living

The ADU Boom: How Backyard Homes Are Reshaping Urban Living

July 10, 2025

What’s an ADU — and why are so many homeowners building one? Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), also called backyard cottages, granny flats, or in-law suites, are popping up across cities from Los Angeles to Portland to Austin. These small, self-contained homes on existing residential lots are becoming a popular way for homeowners to create rental […]

Homebuilder Sentiment Sinks to 2½-Year Low: What It Means for Buyers and Builders

Homebuilder Sentiment Sinks to 2½-Year Low: What It Means for Buyers and Builders

July 9, 2025

Homebuilders are feeling the strain. The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index fell to 32 in June, marking the lowest sentiment reading since late 2022. High mortgage rates, elevated material costs, and tariff uncertainty are weighing heavily on the industry. Why Are Builders Feeling the Pressure? “Affordability is the biggest challenge right now,” says Mark Stevens, […]

Suburbs Comeback: Why More Americans Are Leaving Cities in 2025

Suburbs Comeback: Why More Americans Are Leaving Cities in 2025

July 9, 2025

After a brief return to city living, more Americans are once again packing up and heading for the suburbs. New data from NAR and U.S. Census Bureau shows that suburban migration ticked up 7% in the first half of 2025, reversing some of the post-pandemic urban rebound. What’s Driving the Trend? “People want space — […]