Understanding Home Appraisals: UAD Ratings for Property Condition and Quality

Mastering UAD Ratings: A Comprehensive Guide to AppraisalsThe Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) provides a standardized framework for appraisers to assess properties, ensuring consistency and accuracy…

What Zillow’s Chief Economist Wants You to Know About Homeownership

Recently, I came across a podcast featuring Skylar Olsen, Zillow’s Chief Economist. Much of the conversation was what you might expect—housing market predictions for 2025,…

Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First Home

Simple Steps To Help You Save for Your First HomeTurning a dream into reality starts with one thing: a plan. And if buying your first…

The $27,000 Real Estate Gap: What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

If you're planning to buy or sell a home in 2025, there's something you should know: buyers and sellers aren't seeing eye to eye on…

The Role Of Homeowner Associations (HOAs) In Property Management

If you’re in the market for a new home, you’ve probably seen properties that belong to homeowners associations (HOAs). Living in a neighborhood with an…

Pet-Friendly Home Features That Boost Value

More than half of households in the United States own or plan to own a pet. Animal lovers keep their pets at the forefront of…

2025 Housing Market Forecast: Growth, Challenges, and Wild Cards Ahead

The 2025 housing market is shaping up to be an interesting one—steady growth, more inventory, and a bit of breathing room for buyers. But let’s…

New Year, New Home: How To Make It Happen in 2025

This is the time when a lot of people take a moment to reflect and set their goals for this year. And as you picture…

The Psychology Of Home Buying: What Truly Influences A Buyers Decision

Buying a home is one of the biggest life decisions you’ll ever make, and with that comes a number of complicated emotions. No matter how…

How To Evaluate The Resale Value Of A Home Before You Buy

Resale value is a key consideration for many home buyers. Whether you plan to sell your house in three years or 30 years, you want…