Posts from May 4th, 2025
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A Tale of Two Housing Markets
For a long time, the housing market was all sunshine for sellers. Homes were flying off the shelves, and buyers had to compete like crazy. But lately, things are starting to shift. Some areas are still super competitive for buyers, while others are seeing more homes sit on the market, giving buyers a bit more breathing room.
In other words, it's a tale of two markets, and knowing which one you're in makes a huge difference when you move.
What Is a Buyer's Market vs. a Seller's Market?
In a buyer's market, there are a lot of homes for sale, and not as many people buying. With fewer buyers competing for these homes, that means they generally sit on the market longer, they might not sell for as...
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Why Today's Foreclosure Numbers Aren't a Warning Sign
When it feels like the cost of just about everything is rising, it's only natural to wonder what that means for the housing market. Some people are even questioning whether more homeowners will struggle to make their mortgage payments, ultimately leading to a wave of foreclosures. And recent data showing foreclosure filings have increased is only feeding into this fear. But don't let that scare you.
If you put the latest data into context, it's clear there's no reason to think this is a repeat of the last housing crash.
This Isn't Like 2008
While it's true that foreclosure filings ticked up in the latest quarterly
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What Is a Quitclaim Deed and How To Avoid Fraud Scams as a Homeowner, According to the FBI
The Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) issued a warning in April about an unprecedented increase in quitclaim deed fraud.
A quitclaim deed is a legal document that transfers whatever ownership interest a person has in a property to someone else.
The FBI explained that quitclaim deed fraud or home title theft involves fraudsters who...
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