Terms to Know When Buying a HomeNavigating the homebuying process can be overwhelming, especially with all the jargon used. From acronyms in listings to lender-specific terms, it can seem like a different language. Understanding these key mortgage and real estate terms will help you stay confident a

1. National Landscape: A Cash-Driven Luxury MarketIn its 2025 Mid-Year Report, Coldwell Banker surveyed over 200 luxury property specialists and found that 34.1% noted a slight increase—and 16.6% a significant rise—in all-cash luxury home purchases this year. Meanwhile, 45.4% observed no change and

In a fast-moving housing market, even a modest shift in interest rates can ignite buyer activity — and that’s exactly what we’re seeing right now. Mortgage applications just jumped at their fastest pace in over two years, fueled by a drop in interest rates and a wave of new listings.But will this wi