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For Buyers

Two Moves That Can Get You Into Your First Home Sooner

KCM Crew

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 … Read more

For Sellers

What Higher Mortgage Rates Mean for Home Sellers

KCM Crew

Higher mortgage rates don't just affect buyers. They can change what it takes to sell your house, too. That's because today's buyers are paying close attention to affo… Read more

For Buyers

Hoping for (or Dreading) a Housing Crash? The Experts Just Weighed In.

KCM Crew

Half the buyers out there are scared home prices are about to crash. The other half are hoping they will. A recent survey from Clever found 58% of Gen Z buyers are act… Read more

For Buyers

The Mortgage Rate You See Online Isn’t Necessarily the One You’d Get.

KCM Crew

You may have seen the headlines saying mortgage rates have climbed to the highest point since January 2025. And if that's left you reluctant to buy a home, here's what… Read more

For Buyers

Why So Many Sellers Are Cutting Their Price Right Now

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Price cuts are turning up everywhere right now, and they read very differently depending on which side of the deal you’re on. Sellers tend to worry a cut means walking… Read more

For Buyers

There Are 4 Types of Housing Markets Right Now. Which 1 Are You In?

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Today’s housing market splits into four distinct types. You’ve got cash buyers, buyers financing a purchase, owners who feel locked into a low rate, and builders with … Read more

For Buyers

3 Things You Can Actually Control About Your Mortgage Rate Right Now

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If you're trying to buy a home, affordability is probably what keeps you up at night. And as you watch mortgage rates tick up again lately, it’s fair to wonder if you … Read more

For Sellers

Selling This Fall? You Want To Get These 4 Things Right.

KCM Crew

Selling your house this fall is absolutely doable. But there’s something you need to know about this time of year. Buyer activity typically starts to slow while the nu… Read more

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The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here

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Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect. Yes, mortgage rates have been t… Read more

For Sellers

Selling This Fall? You Haven't Missed Your Window

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Summer's winding down, and if you've been thinking about selling, you might be wondering if you missed your chance. Better to wait until next year or even next spring,… Read more

For Buyers

Data Centers Are Moving Closer to Homes. What Does That Mean for You?

KCM Crew

Data centers probably weren't on your list of things to think about when buying or selling a home. School districts? Sure. How close you are to family? Absolutely. A l… Read more

For Sellers

The Housing Market Split in 2. Which Side Is Your House On?

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Ask a couple people how the housing market is doing and you’ll probably get a couple different answers. That’s because right now, the market runs on 2 very different t… Read more

For Buyers

Remote Work Could Be Your Affordability Answer

KCM Crew

For most first-time buyers, the hardest part of buying a home is making the numbers work. You budget, you save, and the finish line still feels far away. But your sala… Read more

For Sellers

Why Your Asking Price Matters More Now Than Ever

KCM Crew

Most sellers come into the market with one number in mind. And it’s often the one that costs them the most. That's their asking price. A survey from Realtor.com shows … Read more

For Buyers

Why Buyers Shouldn't Overlook a Fall Move

KCM Crew

You've been waiting for something to change before you buy. It just might not be the thing you expected… While everyone’s paying attention to mortgage rates, only the … Read more

For Buyers

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now.

KCM Crew

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards. Newly built homes are more affordable than existing one… Read more

The Market Changed. Your Reason for Moving Didn’t.

KCM Crew

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier… Read more

For Buyers

Buying a Home? Here's What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

KCM Crew

If buying a home is on your radar, you've probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance. Homeowners insur… Read more

For Buyers

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing.

KCM Crew

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again. An… Read more

For Sellers

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time

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If you own a luxury house, you're in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn't. Sale prices and buyer … Read more

For Sellers

The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What's Next

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Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place? It felt like crossing a long-awaited finish line. It gave you a place to build your life. Maybe it’s where you li… Read more

For Buyers

Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way In.

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Today's home prices have a lot of buyers – especially first-time buyers – wondering if there’s even anything out there that’s in their budget. But owning a home may be… Read more

For Buyers

More Homes, Better Prices: A Buyer’s Summer

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If you’ve thought about buying a home in the past few years, you may have run into two frustrations: asking prices that kept climbing and too few homes to choose from.… Read more

For Buyers

14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment

KCM Crew

Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn't changed in 14 years. It's real estate. A… Read more

For Sellers

Think Nobody's Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.

KCM Crew

If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared. But there's a big difference between a s… Read more

For Buyers

The “Take It or Leave It” Attitude Is Fading from the Market – What That Means for You

KCM Crew

Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too. That’s why whether you’re buyin… Read more

For Buyers

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

KCM Crew

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 … Read more

For Buyers

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

KCM Crew

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… Read more

For Buyers

What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community

KCM Crew

Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger. Inflation is high, costs are high, and you want to be sure the timing is rig… Read more

For Buyers

Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021

KCM Crew

Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home. And with affordability as tight as it’s been lately, it’s fair to wonder how anyone manages … Read more

For Buyers

The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

KCM Crew

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates. Stretched budgets. Headlines that make buying or selling sound like a terri… Read more

For Buyers

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

KCM Crew

You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that's true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks compl… Read more

For Sellers

Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around.

KCM Crew

When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence. You start second-guessing everything, including the… Read more

For Buyers

More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.

KCM Crew

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market. And if that headline has you thinking, “Wait… is something bad abou… Read more

For Buyers

That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal

KCM Crew

Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer. Most buyers scroll right past them, assuming somet… Read more

For Buyers

Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.

KCM Crew

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house? In m… Read more

For Buyers

Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here's What the Experts Actually Expect.

KCM Crew

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down. Some believe a crash is coming and they'… Read more

For Sellers

Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.

KCM Crew

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything. No repairs. No concessions. No negotiation. If buyers wanted the house, they pretty … Read more

For Buyers

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer

KCM Crew

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: "Maybe I'll just wait until later this year once things calm down." While waiting sounds like a… Read more

For Buyers

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

KCM Crew

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there's a little good news. Asking prices have started to come down. The typical seller li… Read more

For Buyers

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?

KCM Crew

Whether you're dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you're in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind. Home… Read more

For Buyers

What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

KCM Crew

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here's what's actually going on, why it matters for the housi… Read more

For Buyers

The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

KCM Crew

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone. Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven't picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers a… Read more

For Buyers

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

KCM Crew

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured. That’s the realit… Read more

For Sellers

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

KCM Crew

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier… Read more

For Buyers

The Truth About Affordability Today

KCM Crew

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability. Because you deserve someone who will be honest and transparent about what’s going on, especially if you… Read more

For Buyers

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

KCM Crew

Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA. But many are closer than they think. And you … Read more

For Buyers

Newly Built Home Prices Hit a 5-Year Low

KCM Crew

If you’ve always assumed a newly built home is just not in your budget, you should know the math just got a little friendlier. The median sale price of a newly built h… Read more

For Buyers

Record High Mortgage Debt Sounds Scary. Here’s What the Headlines Leave Out.

KCM Crew

You may have seen the headlines lately about mortgage debt in America hitting a record high. And maybe your brother-in-law brought it up at the dinner table like he’s … Read more

For Buyers

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?

KCM Crew

It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?” With everything in the news, that concern makes some sense. No o… Read more

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