The 2025 housing market is shaping up to be an interesting one—steady growth, more inventory, and a bit of breathing room for buyers. But let’s be real: behind every steady forecast lies a handful of wild cards that could shift the game. From unexpected mortgage rate swings to federal policies that

  By now, you’ve probably heard about the news: the Federal Reserve recently cut interest rates for the first time in four years.    But what does that really mean for home buyers and sellers? You might be wondering how this impacts mortgage rates, home prices, or your ability to make a move in toda

No matter how many elections you’ve lived through, each one can feel a bit like a wildcard when November draws near and you’re wondering whether you should make a move—or wait until the dust settles.  Generally speaking, presidential elections have only a small and temporary impact on the housing m

It’s no surprise that the upcoming Presidential election might have you speculating about what’s ahead. And those unanswered thoughts can quickly spiral, causing fear and uncertainty to swirl through your mind. So, if you’ve been considering buying or selling a home this year, you’re probably curiou

  When it comes to long-term investments, Americans have a clear favorite: real estate.  According to a recent Gallup poll, 36% of Americans believe real estate is the best long-term investment, outpacing stocks (22%), gold (18%), savings accounts (13%), bonds (4%) and cryptocurrencies (3%). Why i

The talented crew at Studio McGee predicts some bold shifts in the design world for the year 2024. As we look ahead, it's exciting to see how interior design trends will continue to evolve and influence the real estate market. In this blog, we'll explore some of the predicted trends that are set to

A recession is defined as "a period of temporary economic downturn during which trade and industrial activity are reduced, generally identified by a fall in GDP in two successive quarters."  In other words, it's when the economy takes a turn for the worse. Recessions can last for months or even year

It's no secret that home prices have been on the rise in recent years. But what does the future hold? Will prices continue to go up? Or has the market reached a tipping point? We asked some of the top real estate experts to weigh in with their predictions for what's ahead in 2023. Here's what they h