Author: Morgan Wilkins
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From Piggy Bank to Down Payment
We’ve heard plenty about young buyers struggling to purchase their first home, often relying on help from their parents, wedding registries, or even future inheritances just to afford a down payment. That raises an interesting question: what can families who can’t promise a future inheritance do to help their kids get a head start? Realtor.com…
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Why Bigger Isn’t Better Anymore
Remember when bigger used to be better? More bedrooms, more square footage, more rooms you only walk through twice a year. Turns out smaller, more functional floor plans are not only in, but they are reshaping what the typical home looks like in America. According to Realtor.com, citing an analysis by the National Association of…
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The New Wedding Registry: A First Home Fund
Turns out the days of registering for fine China and overpriced silverware are fading fast. According to Realtor.com, more couples are ditching traditional wedding registries and asking guests to contribute to something they actually need: a down payment on their first home. After all, you can’t live in a gravy boat. Even in high-cost markets…
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Why Pricing Right from Day One Is Critical in Today’s Market
Home sellers know their first few weeks on the market are more important than ever when it comes to getting the best price for your home. According to a recent Realtor.com report, the first four weeks after a home is listed are often the deciding factor in whether it sells near the asking price or requires a price reduction. Realtor.com also found that…
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Adapting to the New Mortgage Rate Reality
For the past several months, many potential homebuyers have been waiting for mortgage rates to dip back below 6% before going forward with their purchase. But realtor.com is warning buyers may need to adjust their expectations and focus on purchasing when it makes financial sense for them, rather than trying to time the mortgage market.…
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How Housing Affordability Is Reshaping Family Dynamics
Rising home prices and elevated mortgage rates are changing not only how Americans buy homes, but also how families manage wealth across generations. Two recent Realtor.com articles highlight both the benefits and growing tensions surrounding multigenerational wealth and housing. Younger generations are becoming increasingly dependent on family wealth and inheritance to secure a financial future.…
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How the Northeast Housing Surge May Reshape Renting for Gen Z
A major apartment construction boom is happening across the Northeast and it could begin reshaping the rental market for Gen Z over the next few years. According to a recent report from Realtor.com, completed multifamily housing units in the region rose 42% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, while new apartment starts…
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Gen Z Can’t Afford Rent
It’s no secret that Gen Z can’t afford to buy homes in New York City the way previous generations could, but it’s becoming increasingly clear that renting isn’t much more attainable either. A recent report from Realtor.com reveals just how stark the divide has become: The housing market has become like a traffic jam, not…