How to Buy a Home Without Blowing Your Budget

For decades, buyers have been told to follow one simple rule:Don’t spend more than 30% of your income on housing.That is the gold standard. The…

Where the 2025 Housing Market Is Headed (And What It Means for You)

Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025?As we head into the second half of the year, a lot of buyers and sellers are asking…

Red Flags To Watch For During An Open House

An open house is your opportunity to take in as much information about a home as possible. You probably have a list of specific wants…

Warren Buffett Analysts Call This Trend a Housing Goldmine

Imagine this: You walk through the front door after work. Your dad is teaching your daughter how to make his famous pasta sauce in the…

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…

5 Reasons Homebuyers Are Finally Catching a Break

Buying a home hasn’t exactly felt “easy” the last few years.The past few years have seen intense competition, high prices, and “better luck next time”…

🏡 Boro Breakdown: What Staten Island’s Housing Data Just Revealed (Week of June 10)

The Staten Island real estate market is starting to show its hand - and if you’re paying attention, there’s serious opportunity on the table.Last week,…

Renting Vs. Buying: What Makes Sense Right Now?

There will always be benefits and drawbacks to both owning and renting a home. In 2025, potential home buyers are faced with some difficult decisions…

3 Ways Barbara Corcoran Spots Real Estate Deals Others Miss

Mortgage rates are still high. Prices keep climbing. And the Fed isn’t exactly handing out discounts. If you're feeling hesitant about buying a home right…

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…