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How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget
It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally,...
Laurie Barbieri
May 12, 20237 min read


2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a...
Laurie Barbieri
Feb 23, 20236 min read


Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023
Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a...
Laurie Barbieri
Feb 22, 20236 min read


8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate
Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And...
Laurie Barbieri
Sep 14, 20228 min read


10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property....
Laurie Barbieri
Aug 1, 20226 min read


Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022
The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on...
Laurie Barbieri
Jun 2, 20225 min read


What’s Your Home Buying Power?
If you’re in the market for a new home or investment property, one of the first questions you’ll probably ask is, “What can we afford?”...
Laurie Barbieri
May 10, 20218 min read


How to Avoid the Top 8 Home Inspection Mistakes
It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be...
Laurie Barbieri
May 10, 20216 min read


10 Tips that Trip up First Time Home Buyers
Top 10 Myths That Trip Up First-Time Home Buyers If you’re thinking about buying a home, you’ve probably received your share of advice...
Laurie Barbieri
May 10, 20217 min read


Five Steps to Finding Your Next Home
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that...
Laurie Barbieri
May 10, 20214 min read
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