How To Win A Bidding War Without Overpaying
Being outbid by another buyer on your dream home is an absolutely devastating experience. Bidding wars are great for sellers, but they can become very…
Author: Joseph Ranola
Co-Buying A Home: How To Make It Work With Friends Or Family
Many people feel like their only options for homeownership are to purchase a house themselves or with their romantic partner. However, the trend of co-buying…
How To Choose The Best Neighborhood For Your Lifestyle
Choosing where to live is one of the most impactful decisions you’ll ever make. Your location determines your lifestyle, your career possibilities, your recreational opportunities,…
Will Home Prices Drop in a Recession?
Every time the word "recession" starts popping up in headlines, it brings a wave of uncertainty—especially for anyone thinking about buying or selling a home.You…
Is the Housing Market Waking Up This Spring?
You’ve probably heard the headlines: mortgage rates are still high, and the market is tough. But here’s what most of those headlines miss: subtle signs…
Buying a Home in a Shrinking Economy: What You Need to Know
A shrinking economy. Rising mortgage rates. Flatlining prices.If you’ve been thinking about buying a home in 2025, it’s no wonder you’re feeling hesitant. For many…
What Does Housing Affordability Really Look Like in New York?
Spoiler alert: Housing affordability isn’t as simple as the headlines make it sound.Depending on who you ask, the real issue isn’t just home prices, or…
The Truth About Buying Your First Home in Your 30s or 40s
Buying your first home doesn’t look anything like it did 30 years ago.The average first-time buyer in 2024 is 38 years old. Compare that to…
Don’t Leave Money on the Table This Tax Season
Most people think of homeownership as one big expense. And I get it, between mortgage payments, maintenance, insurance, taxes… the list seems never-ending. But what…
The Biggest Mistake Home Sellers Make Every Spring
Everyone knows that spring is typically the best season to sell a home.But, there’s a mistake I see sellers make every year based on that…