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Buying your first home is exciting—but let’s be honest, it can also feel a little overwhelming. Between pre-approvals, inspections, contracts, and negotiations, there’s a lot to learn. One term that often pops up early in the process is earnest money deposit. If you’ve never...

Housing

The Top 10 States Solving America’s Housing Crisis (And the Ones Making It Worse)

sean - May 10, 2025 0

If you’ve been house hunting lately, you already know—it’s rough out there. Sky-high prices, limited inventory, and rising mortgage rates have made homeownership feel more like a pipe dream than the American dream. But here’s the good news: some states are actually doing...

Finance

What is Escrow in Real Estate?

sean - May 6, 2025 0

If you've ever started the home buying or selling process and heard the word “escrow” tossed around like everyone should know what it means, you’re not alone. Escrow is one of those real estate terms that sounds technical—and maybe even a little intimidating—but...

Housing

Is the Market About to Stall Out? Breaking Down Zillow, Bankrate & NAR Reports

sean - May 2, 2025 0

The 2025 housing market is off to a confusing start. Depending on who you ask, we’re either heading for a long-overdue correction or experiencing a slow march toward recovery. With big-name forecasters like Zillow, Bankrate, and the National Association of Realtors (NAR) all...

Finance

What is PMI? A Beginner’s Guide to Private Mortgage Insurance

sean - April 29, 2025 0

Buying a home is a big milestone, and whether you're a first-time buyer or just getting back into the market, you'll quickly realize there’s a whole new language to learn—escrow, appraisals, contingencies... and then there’s PMI. So, what is PMI? Do you need it?...

Housing

Zillow Predicts a 2% Home Price Dip in 2025: What It Means for Buyers and Sellers

LC Admin - April 26, 2025 0

If it feels like home prices have been on a one-way rocket ship ride for years—you’re not imagining things. Since 2012, U.S. home values have largely climbed with few interruptions, fueled by low mortgage rates, tight inventory, and pandemic-driven moves. But 2025 is...

Finance

What is a Seller Credit in Real Estate?

sean - April 22, 2025 0

Buying a home can feel like a whirlwind—excitement, paperwork, big decisions, and yes, some serious expenses. Between the down payment, inspections, loan fees, and closing costs, it's easy to feel financially stretched before you even get the keys. But what if there was a...

Housing

Can The Government Really Take Your Land After a Natural Disaster?

sean - April 18, 2025 0

Imagine this: your home has just been destroyed by a wildfire, a flood, or maybe an earthquake. You’re overwhelmed—dealing with insurance claims, permits, and the emotional toll of losing everything. Then someone drops this bombshell: “You know the government might just take your...

Real Estate Terms

What is a Contingency?

sean - April 15, 2025 0

If you’ve spent even a little time in the home buying or selling world, you’ve probably heard someone mention a “contingency.” Maybe your agent said, “The offer is contingent on financing,” or you saw a listing marked “under contract with contingencies.” But what...

Housing

How Long Does It Take to Close on a House?

LC Admin - April 13, 2025 0

(Cash vs Financed Deals Explained) When you find the perfect home and your offer gets accepted, it’s easy to start imagining move-in day. You start picturing where the furniture will go, maybe even planning that first backyard barbecue. But before you can pop the...

Finance

What is an Interest Rate Buydown?

sean - April 8, 2025 0

If you’re in the market for a home, you’ve likely noticed how even small changes in mortgage interest rates can make a big difference in your monthly payment. And if you’ve been talking to a real estate agent or lender, you’ve probably heard...

Housing

Should You Buy a House During a Recession?

LC Admin - April 3, 2025 0

Buying a home is already a huge decision, kind of like deciding whether you’re ready for a puppy, a plant, or a full-blown lifestyle commitment. Now toss in a recession, and it’s no wonder people start sweating bullets over the idea of house...

Finance

How to Turn Your Tax Refund Into a House (Eventually)

LC Admin - March 29, 2025 0

It’s not quite a down payment yet… but it’s a pretty sweet head start. Ah, tax season. The magical time of year when the government gives you back your own money, and it somehow feels like a win. If you’re like many Americans, you’ve...

First Time Home Buyer

A First-Time Homebuyer’s Guide to Programs That Can Help You Get Into Your Dream Home

sean - March 26, 2025 0

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting milestones in life, but it can also feel overwhelming. With home prices on the rise and the cost of living increasing, many first-time homebuyers worry about whether they can afford to buy a...

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How to Protect Your Home If You Live in a ‘Climate Abandonment’ Zone

LC Admin - March 23, 2025 0

Welcome to the Club Nobody Wants to Join If you've recently Googled something like “Why is my home insurance 3x higher this year?” or “Can a hurricane and wildfire happen at the same time?”—you might be living in what experts call a “climate abandonment...

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