• Forecasts for the Rest of the Year,Frank Ortiz

    Forecasts for the Rest of the Year

    If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're definitely not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people hoped. Affordability was still tough. And every time it felt like things might improve, something else got in the way. But here's the good news. A lot of housing ex

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  • What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026,Frank Ortiz

    What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026

    If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one. Mortgage rates stayed higher than people wanted. Affordability remained tight. And uncertainty overseas added another layer of pressure nobody saw coming. That's why so many people are asking the same question: Will

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  • Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.,Frank Ortiz

    Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.

    Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you've been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there's a good chance they've been on your mind lately. And if you’re questioning whether you have to hit pause on your plans to buy a home, here's the th

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