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• Homebuyers
• September 21, 2026

How Much Are Closing Costs?

There’s one question most homebuyers want answered right after their offer is accepted on a home: “How much are closing costs?”

• Housing News
• September 18, 2026

Homeowners Have $35.8 Trillion in Equity. Could Yours Help Lower Your Mortgage Payment?

Homeowners may be sitting on an opportunity to lower their monthly housing costs without realizing it.

• Homebuyers
• September 18, 2026

Cold Feet Before Closing? 6 Ways Homebuyers Can Overcome Their Fears

Having cold feet before buying a home is normal. Here are six ways to conquer it.

• Housing News
• September 17, 2026

Mortgage Rates Edge Up but Remain Below 7%

Mortgage interest rates edged up this week but remained below 7%, even as borrowing costs reached their highest level in more than a year.

• Housing News
• September 17, 2026

5 Fall Home Design Trends You’ll Want This Season

Here are five of the biggest home design trends for fall 2026 and how homeowners can bring them home.

• Housing News
• September 16, 2026

The 10 Best Metros for Affordable Homes and New Construction

Homebuyers searching for an affordable place to put down roots may want to consider how much new construction is happening there, too.

• Homebuyers
• September 15, 2026

Buying a Condo? Why You Should Check the Building’s Financial Health First

Here’s how to get a clearer picture of a condo building’s financial health before buying.

• Housing News
• September 14, 2026

The Best Week to Buy a Home in 2026 Is Coming. Here’s How to Prepare

Homebuyers wondering about the best time to buy a home in 2026 may want to start preparing now.

• Housing News
• September 11, 2026

How First-Time Homebuyers Can Buy Without Stretching Their Budget

First-time homebuyers are finding ways into the housing market even as affordability remains challenging.

• Housing News
• September 10, 2026

Mortgage Interest Rates Rise as Homebuyer Demand Holds Steady

Mortgage interest rates moved higher this week, while homebuyer demand remained relatively steady and continued to outpace last year.