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One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

By Liz Norvelle | March 12, 2026

Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash. So, let’s do exactly what your brain already wants to do, and see if there’s any connection there. The simple truth is foreclosure filings are rising. But they’re nowhere near crisis levels. […]

Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026

By Liz Norvelle | February 11, 2026

After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year. And depending on where you live, that’s opening up your options in a meaningful way.  According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale in January was the highest it’s been since 2020. Here’s why that’s such […]

Not Sure If You’re Ready To Buy a Home? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions.

By Liz Norvelle | January 6, 2026

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to become a homeowner in the next twelve months, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates, home prices, the current state of the economy, and more. And, you’re juggling how all of those things will impact the choice you’ll make. It’s a lot. […]

Why You Don’t Need To Be Afraid of Today’s Mortgage Rates

By Liz Norvelle | December 10, 2025

Mortgage rates have been the monster under the bed for a while. Every time they tick up, people flinch and say, “Maybe I’ll wait.” But here’s the twist. Waiting for that perfect 5-point-something rate could end up haunting your wallet later. The Magic Number According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR): “. . . […]

Top 10 Tips to Sell Your Home Faster

By Liz Norvelle | November 6, 2025

Selling your home quickly and for the best price is all about thoughtful preparation. With a focused strategy, you can attract serious buyers and move toward a successful closing in record time. Here are ten practical tips to help you prepare your property for a fast sale. 1. Price It Right From the Start Set […]

Stage Your Garage: A Seller’s Guide to a Faster Sale

By Liz Norvelle | October 9, 2025

When you prepare to sell your home, you likely focus on the kitchen, bathrooms, and curb appeal. But what about the garage? Many sellers overlook this space, treating it as a last-minute dumping ground for clutter. A well-staged garage can be a powerful selling point that helps your home sell faster and for a better […]

What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates

By Liz Norvelle | September 15, 2025

The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean mortgage rates will drop? Let’s clear up the confusion. The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates Right now, all eyes are on the Fed. Most economists expect they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate at […]

Online Home-Buying Search Terms Recently Hit 2-Year High

By Liz Norvelle | August 11, 2025

Believe it or not, there are clear signs buyer interest is heating up again. Let’s talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes, and why the housing market might not be as quiet out there as it seems. Buyers Are Looking, and Search Trends Prove It One of the clearest ways to measure what […]

Which Comes First – Buy or Sell?

By Liz Norvelle | July 9, 2025

One of the more common questions I receive as a realtor… which comes first, the sell or the buy? If you’re a homeowner planning to move, you’re probably wondering what the process is going to look like and what you should tackle first: Is it better to start by finding your next home? Or should […]