Buying a New Build? What to Know as a First-Time Homebuyer

Buying a home is one of the largest investments you’ll ever make. While many first-time homebuyers consider a starter home, you may be wondering if buying new construction is a better choice. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer considering new construction in Boise, Idaho or building a home in Mi

The Home Appraisal Process: A Checklist for Homebuyers and Sellers

Buying or selling a home involves plenty of moving parts, and the home appraisal process is one step that can raise questions for both buyers and sellers. What does an appraiser look at? How long does an appraisal take? And what happens after the appraiser finishes the inspection?  Whether you’re bu

7 Home Improvements to Skip Before Listing Your Home

Thinking about tackling a long list of renovation projects before putting your home on the market? It’s a common instinct, but bigger isn’t always better when it comes to preparing your home to sell. While some updates can make your home more appealing, others can cost thousands of dollars without a

Pending Sales Rebound Slightly as Regional Results Diverge

Pending home sales edged higher in August as gains in the South and West offset declines in the Northeast and Midwest. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Pending Home Sales Index (PHSI), which tracks signed contracts on existing homes, increased 0.3% from July but was down 4.7% from a year