5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership (And Ways to Move Past Them)
Read moreDreaming of a new home but feeling priced out? You’re not alone! According to a recent survey by Bankrate, 78% of aspiring homebuyers cite affordability issues as their primary deterrent.1 According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, home prices have risen around 32% since the pandemic, and elevated mortgage rates have caused monthly payments to balloon.2 Despite the challenges,
0Home-Related Tax Deductions
Read moreTax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings! You’ve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage — but did you know there are many other ways homeowners can reduce their tax burden? Before you start your return, read this post
4 Home Remodeling Projects with the Highest ROI
Read moreAsk any homeowner about what they would like to change about their home, and most will say… How much time do you have? Home improvements (cue Tim Allen) or home remodeling projects can stem from a variety of motivations, like preparing your home to put on the market, adding space for a growing family, addressing outdated features or
The 2025 Real Estate Report
By Hadley Ott in Buying A Home, Colorado Real Estate, Financing & Lending Information, Investment Information, Selling A Home onRead moreExperts Predict Home Values to Increase 1.5% to 3.6% in 2025. Top housing experts and economists give a glimpse of what mortgage rates, home values and the national real estate market will do in 2025. Key Takeaways Mortgages are forecasted to remain higher for longer; but there are things you can do to lower your rate. Home values are predicted
Tech the Halls: Smart Home Gadgets for a Stress-Free Holiday Season
Read moreThe holidays are a time for joy, family, and celebration, but they also bring added responsibilities. Between decorating, hosting, and just keeping up with your daily routines, your home can quickly start to feel more like a neverending to-do list rather than your haven. Smart home technology can help you streamline holiday tasks and focus only on what matters most
Multigenerational Home Buying: How to Find a Home That Fits Your Whole Family
Read moreFor many homebuyers, multigenerational living used to be considered an option of last resort: it was a route families took only when they needed to ride out a financial storm or care for ailing family members. But that mindset is on the decline: A growing number of families now say that they are embracing multigenerational living and moving in together