by happynewbeginnings | Oct 7, 2026 | Uncategorized
You’ve probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you.With all the headlines, it’s easy to think the Fed sets mortgage rates. That’s actually...
by happynewbeginnings | Oct 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
For a lot of first-time buyers, owning a home can feel perpetually a few years out of reach. Saving for a down payment takes time, and each year you spend renting can make owning feel further off.But buying your first home doesn’t have to happen to feel like a far...
by happynewbeginnings | Oct 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
Higher mortgage rates don’t just affect buyers. They can change what it takes to sell your house, too.That’s because today’s buyers are paying close attention to affordability. And when rates rise, even a relatively small change can make a noticeable...
by happynewbeginnings | Sep 30, 2026 | Uncategorized
Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will.A recent survey from Clever found 58% of Gen Z buyers are actually rooting for a crash, just so homeownership feels within reach.So, what do the forecasts actually...
by happynewbeginnings | Sep 28, 2026 | Uncategorized
You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that’s left you reluctant to buy a home, here’s what you need to remember… That’s not necessarily the number you’d...
