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Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction
Tired of fixing, updating, and working around a house that wasn’t built for how you live now? It may be time to move. And you should know more people are buying new lately.

GaryNorselli
Feb 162 min read


Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026
The number of homes for sale is finally making a real comeback. While how much inventory’s grown varies a lot by area, some states are already back to the inventory levels that were considered normal in 2017-2019.

GaryNorselli
Feb 112 min read


Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring
Everyone talks about how spring is the best time to buy a home. But there’s another window buyers often overlook that has some seriously great perks: winter.

GaryNorselli
Feb 53 min read


It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home
Buying a home is getting more affordable, and this graph helps explain why.

GaryNorselli
Feb 43 min read


Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For
Home insurance costs have gone up – but the good news is the rise isn't projected to be as steep this year.

GaryNorselli
Feb 23 min read


Top 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers
Thinking about moving in 2026? Where you live (or plan to live) could make a big difference.

GaryNorselli
Jan 283 min read


You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market
Be honest. Would you scroll past a house that’s been listed and sitting for months? A few years ago, that made sense. Today, not so much.

GaryNorselli
Jan 262 min read


Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.
You’ve been waiting for mortgage rates to drop – and it’s happening.

GaryNorselli
Jan 223 min read


Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t a Red Flag for Today’s Housing Market
Headlines about the double-digit jump in foreclosure filings sound scary – until you zoom out.

GaryNorselli
Jan 213 min read


Are Big Investors Really Buying Up All the Homes? Here’s the Truth.
It can feel like big investors are buying up all the homes right now. But the data tells a different story.

GaryNorselli
Jan 152 min read


The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back
A lot of people may think their credit score isn’t good enough to buy a home. That may be because the median buyer’s score is pretty high (775) – so people assume they need near-perfect credit. But that’s not necessarily the case.

GaryNorselli
Jan 122 min read


Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026
Wondering what 2026 has in store for the housing market? Here’s a quick snapshot of what the experts are saying.

GaryNorselli
Jan 84 min read


Why Pre-Approval Should Be Your First Step – Not an Afterthought
You never really know when the right house is going to hit the market, but being prepared puts you one step ahead when it does.

GaryNorselli
Jan 53 min read


More Buyers Are Planning To Move in 2026. Here’s How To Get Ready.
New data shows more people are planning to make a move this year than last. And while it may not seem like a big shift, it shows the market’s gaining some momentum.

GaryNorselli
Jan 13 min read


Not Sure If You’re Ready To Buy a Home? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions.
Wondering if you’re ready to buy a home in 2026? You’ll want to consider everything from your budget to your personal finances, your timelines, goals, and more.

GaryNorselli
Dec 31, 20253 min read


Reasons To Be Optimistic About the 2026 Housing Market
If a move is on your radar for 2026, there’s a lot more working in your favor than there has been in a while.

GaryNorselli
Dec 29, 20252 min read


Turning a House Into a Home: The Benefits You Can Actually Feel
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of your own home. It’s where you hang your coat, kick off your shoes, and breathe a little deeper with the ones you love. Where the little things – like morning coffee in your kitchen or a quiet evening in a homemade fort – feel like everything.

GaryNorselli
Dec 25, 20252 min read


Is January the Best Time To Buy a Home?
You may not want to put your moving plans into hibernation mode this winter, because the savings this time of year are real.

GaryNorselli
Dec 18, 20253 min read


How To Stretch Your Options, Not Your Budget
Your next home doesn’t need to check every box on your wish list. It just needs to check the right ones.

GaryNorselli
Dec 15, 20253 min read


This May Be the Best Time To Buy a Brand-New Home
If you’ve been dreaming about a brand-new home, this may be your best window to buy in years.

GaryNorselli
Dec 8, 20253 min read
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