by Carmen Boles | Apr 24, 2024 | Blog
U.S. property taxes on single-family homes rose twice as fast in 2023 as they did in 2022, with a total of $363.3 billion levied compared to $339.8 billion one year earlier. This is according to an analysis conducted by Attom, based on...
by Carmen Boles | Apr 22, 2024 | Blog
Luxury home prices in the U.S. surged by 8.7 percent year over year in the first quarter of 2024, with the median price hitting a record $1.225 million, according to data from Redfin. In comparison, prices for non-luxury homes rose by 4.6 percent to a median of...
by Carmen Boles | Apr 19, 2024 | Blog
Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a number of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But did you also know your tax refund can help you pay for some of these expenses? As Credit...
by Carmen Boles | Apr 12, 2024 | Blog
Recent jobs data shows that wage growth is cooling down and the job opening quits rate is below pre-COVID-19 levels. This bodes well for those hoping to see a soft landing for the economy, and for those hoping for lower mortgage rates. The Fed recently said that the...
by Carmen Boles | Apr 10, 2024 | Blog
Buying a home this spring? You’re probably navigating today’s affordability challenges and dealing with the limited number of homes for sale. But, what if there was a solution that could help with both? If you’re having a hard time finding a home you...