Why Mortgage Rates Don’t Follow the Fed (and What Actually Moves Them)
"I'm waiting for the Fed to cut rates."I hear some version of that almost every week. It makes sense on the surface. The Federal Reserve…
Category: Buying
Should You Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates to Buy a Home
So many first-time buyers are asking the same question right now: is it worth holding off until mortgage rates drop? It's a fair question, and…
Why Home Prices Feel So Confusing Right Now
You read a headline saying home prices are cooling, then you check listings in your area and everything still looks just as expensive and competitive…
Should I Rent or Buy a Home?
Purchasing a home will inevitably be the biggest financial discussion of your life. And the decision as to whether it is the right time to…
What Charlotte-Area Condo Buyers/Sellers Need to Know About the New Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Rules
If you're shopping for a condo in the Charlotte area right now, there's a financing change you need to know about, and the timing is…
Indian Land vs. Fort Mill: How to Choose the Right Community for You
If you're relocating to the Charlotte area or trying to decide between two of the most popular communities just south of the state line, this…
The Charlotte Market Has Shifted. Here’s What That Means If You’re Thinking About Selling.
By Julie Will | Charlotte NC Real Estate | Data Source: Canopy MLSThe Charlotte real estate market is not what it was two years ago.…
Things You Shouldn’t Do When Buying a Home
With a never ending list of everything you ‘should do’ when purchasing a home, it seems counterproductive to focus on what you should not do.…