Why Is Moving So Stressful, and What Can You Actually Do About It?

Moving can feel stressful because it combines uncertainty, costs, tight timelines, and the emotional challenge of leaving a familiar place. Planning ahead and breaking the move into smaller steps can make it feel more manageable.  Whether you’re leaving a studio apartment in Portland, OR or packing

Should I Sell or Rent My House? Here’s How to Decide

Key takeaways Selling your house may be the right option if you need the proceeds to purchase your next home or you plan to move permanently. Renting out your house may be the right option if you plan to live in your home again, have a low mortgage rate, or want to generate rental income.  Your loca

Existing Home Sales Dip Below 4 Million as Inventory Builds

Existing-home sales slipped in August, falling below the 4 million annualized pace for the first time since June 2025, while a sharp increase in inventory gave buyers more options and pushed the supply of homes to its highest level in more than a decade. The National Association of REALTORS® reporte

Refi Demand Declining Even Before Most Recent Rate Spike

Mortgage application activity pulled back last week, with a sharp decline in refinancing more than offsetting relatively stable purchase demand as mortgage rates moved higher. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported a 2.7% decrease in total application volume on a seasonally adjusted basis f