• Foreclosure Activity Is Still Lower than the Norm,Bent Danholm

    Foreclosure Activity Is Still Lower than the Norm

    Have you seen headlines talking about the increase in foreclosures in today’s housing market? If so, they may leave you feeling a bit uneasy about what’s ahead. But remember, these clickbait titles don’t always give you the full story.The truth is, if you compare the current numbers with what usuall

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  • 2 of the Factors That Impact Mortgage Rates,Bent Danholm

    2 of the Factors That Impact Mortgage Rates

    If you’re looking to buy a home, you’ve probably been paying close attention to mortgage rates. Over the last couple of years, they hit record lows, rose dramatically, and are now dropping back down a bit. Ever wonder why?The answer is complicated because there’s a lot that can influence mortgage ra

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  • Why It’s More Affordable To Buy a Home This Year ,Bent Danholm

    Why It’s More Affordable To Buy a Home This Year

    Some HighlightsHome affordability depends on three factors: mortgage rates, home prices, and wages.Mortgage rates are down from their recent peak, home prices are expected to rise at a slower pace, and wages are increasing faster than usual.That’s good news if you want to buy a home because it means

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