Who Has the Upper Hand in Today’s Housing Market?

Who Has the Upper Hand in Today's Housing Market? | Keeping Current Matters

Ask around and almost every homebuyer out there wants to know if there’s a way to get a better deal. And just about every seller wants to know if they’ll still get top dollar.

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now

Here’s Why Mortgage Rates Are What They Are Right Now | Keeping Current Matters

If you’re waiting for mortgage rates to fall a lot before you buy, you may be waiting a while.

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home

The Case for Putting 20% Down on Your Next Home | Keeping Current Matters

If you’re planning to buy your next home soon, you’ve probably heard the old rule about saving 20% for your down payment.

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First.

Thinking About Waiting for Lower Mortgage Rates? Read This First. | Keeping Current Matters

Imagine waiting a year to buy a home, only to find mortgage rates haven’t changed much. That may sound frustrating. But it’s a real possibility.

Big Investors Are Backing Off and That’s Your Opening

Big Investors Are Backing Off and That’s Your Opening | Keeping Current Matters

For years, a lot of would-be homebuyers have worried about the same thing. How do you compete with big investors who can swoop in, pay cash, and snap up the houses you want?

Here’s Where To Start if You’re Selling and Buying at the Same Time

Here’s Where To Start if You’re Selling and Buying at the Same Time | Keeping Current Matters

If you’re a homeowner getting ready to move, one question usually comes first: should you buy your next home before you sell, or sell your current house before you start looking?

Buying a Home? Here’s What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

Buying a Home? Here's What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs. | Keeping Current Matters

If buying a home is on your radar, you’ve probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance.

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing.

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing. | Keeping Current Matters

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again.

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time | Keeping Current Matters

If you own a luxury house, you’re in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn’t.

The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What’s Next

The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What's Next | Keeping Current Matters

Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place?