There's usually a long checklist of items to go through before selling a house. After all, you want to maximize your profit and make sure your home is attractive to buyers. That's why, in addition to cleaning up clutter, planting some flowers, and touching up chipped paint, you may be …

You don't have to be an economist to understand supply and demand. When there are more buyers than there are sellers, prices rise. This is true for any market, including the housing market. When there are too few home buyers, homeowners have to price their homes low enough to attract …

A lot of what you look for in a home has to do with the particulars of your day-to-day life. For example, a home buyer who has young children would be more likely to prioritize living in a good school district than a buyer who doesn't have kids. That makes …

Home design trends come and go. But whether today's fad is mid-century inspired or favors a more contemporary look, home buyers can't help but be swayed by the latest décor trends. After all, no one wants their house to look dated or like it hasn't been touched since 1982. So …

With the number of available homes for sale lower than normal in many markets, there's been an understandable focus on how many new homes are being built. After all, the quickest way to fix a supply issue is to add more supply. That's why new numbers from the U.S. Census …

Fantasizing is a big part of shopping for a home – whether you're dreaming of a big kitchen, a beautiful backyard, or tons of storage space. Every home shopper has, if not a dream house, at the very least, some features they're dreaming about having in their next home. And, …

In markets where there are fewer homes for sale, prospective home buyers might have to look around a while before they find a home that fits their lifestyle and checks off the right boxes on their wishlist. This can be frustrating. But, if you know what to expect and have …

Each month, Fannie Mae's Home Purchase Sentiment Index measures Americans' feelings about the housing market, the economy, and their personal finances. Survey participants weigh in on their expectations for mortgage rates, home prices, their job security, income, and whether or not they think it's a good or bad time to …

Choosing a home to buy means considering everything from whether the roof is in good condition to whether the neighborhood fits your needs and lifestyle. And, since you're unlikely to find a home that checks every box on your wishlist, you have to prioritize. Are good schools worth sacrificing the …

Deciding which home to buy is a big decision. The home you choose will likely be the one you live in for the next several years. So naturally, when you find one that fits your needs and lifestyle, you should take your time and weigh out all the pros and …