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Housing News
Homebuyers Seeking Deals Snap Up New Homes
Given that the prices for existing homes continue to rise, homebuyers are increasingly shifting their attention to new homes—which are hitting the market with lower price tags.
Homeowners
10 Cheap Ways Home Sellers Can Boost Their Curb Appeal
Your home’s curb appeal—or lack thereof—also has a powerful impact on would-be buyers.
Homeowners
Welcome Home: 7 Affordable Housewarming Gift Ideas
Affordable housewarming gifts celebrate your loved one’s new space without overspending. See our best ideas for movers of all ages and stages.
Homebuyers
A Tale of Two Markets: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know This Spring
Whether you’re buying or selling this season, success may come down to reading your local market—and adjusting your strategy accordingly.
Housing News
Top Destinations: These 10 Cities Gained the Most New Residents
Why did this metropolitan area see its population boom?
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Homebuyers
Existing Homes vs. New Home Construction: Which Option is Right for You?
April 16, 2025
Shopping for a home is so much more than location and square footage. Buyers must also choose between existing homes and new construction.
Housing News
Is the Mortgage ‘Lock-In’ Effect Finally Loosening Its Grip on the Housing Market?
April 14, 2025
The so-called low mortgage rate “golden handcuffs” may be loosening. That’s because the reality of today’s rates has started to sink in.
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