Real Estate Agent Commissions Barely Budged After “Landmark” Court Case
Sellers expected big savings bypassing buyer's agent fees after a landmark NAR settlement. The reality is different.
May 6, 2025 7 min read
Sellers expected big savings bypassing buyer's agent fees after a landmark NAR settlement. The reality is different.
Ending your lease to buy your first home is a high-stakes juggling act. 9 strategies to manage the transition.
A down payment shouldn't be determined simply by how much you have (or don't have) saved. A seasoned loan officer describes how he advises his clients.
Requesting seller concessions to pay for a rate buydown can lead to greater monthly and lifetime savings than requesting a lower purchase price.
You could be a homeowner in 10 steps. It may not be as hard as you think.
Title insurance can feel like an overpriced, unnecessary add-on at closing—but in a housing market full of hidden risks, it might just be your best protection against a costly legal headache. While not everyone needs it, this one-time policy can serve as a safety net if an unexpected claim ever threatens your ownership.
Lender credits can help pay closing costs, but the help isn’t free. The buyer still pays closing costs in the form of a higher monthly payment throughout the life of the loan.
Thinking about refinancing your mortgage? This guide breaks down the potential benefits, drawbacks, and alternatives so you can decide whether refinancing is the right move for your financial goals.
Lowering your interest rate from 7% to 6% will reduce your principal and interest payments by 9.88%, saving the typical US homebuyer around $250 per month.
Paying title insurance usually falls on the homebuyer, but this can vary by location. Title insurance fees are a third-party closing cost you can shop around for — and negotiate with the seller on who foots the bill.
