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To Sell or Rent? How To Choose the Best Path for Your House.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 22, 2026 | Agent Value, For Sellers, Price It Right/Overpricing, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Selling your house is a big step, and you want it to go smoothly. And with houses taking a little longer to sell these days, renting it out might start to sound like a nice backup plan.But the reality is, while renting can work well for some people, it’s also a big...

Confused by Home Price Headlines? Here’s Why.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 21, 2026 | Agent Value, For Buyers, For Sellers, Home Prices | 0 Comments

Whether you own a house already or you’re looking to buy one, you probably care about home prices. But it’s not always easy to figure out what’s really happening right now, especially if you look at the headlines.One says home prices are falling. The next says they’re...

Want a More Affordable Home? Don’t Overlook Condos.

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 19, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

When you picture buying your first home, chances are you’re imagining a traditional single-family house with its own yard, maybe a garage, and little extra room to grow. But with affordability still tight, getting everything on that list right away may come with a...

The Biggest Credit Hurdle for Renters Who Want To Buy

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 16, 2026 | Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

What's the biggest payment you make every month? If you’re a renter, it's probably your rent. But did you know that you can pay your rent on time, every time, for years, and it may never show up in your credit history? It's pretty frustrating, especially if you'd like...

Homes Are Still Selling – Even in a Slower Market

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 15, 2026 | For Sellers, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

If you’ve seen headlines saying home sales are slowing down, you may be wondering: is this really a good time to sell?While the latest numbers show sales picked up slightly in September, they're still down compared to last year. But here’s the perspective the...

Why There are More Homes for Sale Right Now (and What It Means for You)

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 14, 2026 | Buying Tips, For Buyers, For Sellers, Inventory, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

Mortgage rates being back above 7% isn't exactly the news most people wanted. But it’s changing the market in ways that matter whether you’re buying or selling. The number of homes for sale is growing faster than it was this time last year. And interestingly, the main...

Why Most People Are Still Glad They Bought a Home

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 12, 2026 | Affordability, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Home Prices, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

With everything going on, it’s understandable if you’re wondering if you’d regret buying right now. Everyday expenses cost more. Mortgage rates are higher than you’d like. And when the economy feels uncertain, taking on a mortgage can feel like a much bigger leap. But...

Renovate or Relocate? What To Know Before You Decide To Age in Place

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 8, 2026 | Downsize, For Sellers, Selling Tips, Senior Market | 0 Comments

You've spent years making your house feel like home, celebrating milestones, making each room your own, and turning neighbors into friends. As you look ahead to the next chapter of your life, it's natural to wonder if this is still the place you want to spend...

Myth vs. Reality: Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates?

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 7, 2026 | Affordability, Agent Value, Buying Tips, Economy, For Buyers, For Sellers, Mortgage Rates, Selling Tips | 0 Comments

You've probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you're planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you.With all the headlines, it’s easy to think the Fed sets mortgage rates. That’s actually a common...

Two Moves That Can Get You Into Your First Home Sooner

by The HousingCoach℠ - Matt McGrath | October 5, 2026 | Affordability, Buying Tips, First-Time Buyers, For Buyers, Rent vs. Buy | 0 Comments

For a lot of first-time buyers, owning a home can feel perpetually a few years out of reach. Saving for a down payment takes time, and each year you spend renting can make owning feel further off.But buying your first home doesn’t have to happen to feel like a far...