Author: Morgan Wilkins
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The Haunted House Discount
Have you ever passed that creepy house down the street your parents warned you never to go inside because it was filled with ghosts and creepy crawlies? Some of us may have been braver than others, but it turns out that abandoned house could be your key to first-time homeownership. Realtor.com tells us that purchasing…
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The Borough of Love
As much as Carrie Bradshaw sold us on the glitz and glamour of being single in the city whilst owning a West Village walk-up, that isn’t the reality for most homeowners across the five boroughs. Married couples make up the majority of homeowners in every borough except Manhattan, so maybe the West Village walk-up dream…
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A Risky Bet
It’s no secret sports betting has become all the rage lately, but is Gen Z taking it a step too far? Some Gen Z investors are beginning to view sports betting as part of their long-term financial strategy. This mindset goes beyond simply losing a bet. When quick wins start to feel more appealing than…
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Are Co-ops NYC’s Affordability Loophole?
Have you ever heard the term “co-op” and immediately thought the process would just be too difficult? You’re not entirely wrong— there is a process of being evaluated and ultimately approved by a co-op board. But when it comes to affordability, purchasing a co-op may just be the way to go. If you can handle…
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Cash is Still King
Does the phrase “cash is king” ring a bell? Whether it was my grandparents slipping some cash into a birthday card, or my dad barely catching me on my way out the door as a teenager to ask, “Do you need cash?” It’s a phrase I’ve heard a thousand times. According to Realtor.com, nearly half…
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The Romance Recession
Remember when finding love was as simple as getting set up on a blind date or meeting someone at your local dive bar? According to The New York Times, Gen Z isn’t just dating less than previous generations; they’re in a “romance recession.” The question becomes: Is chivalry dead, or can daters just not afford…
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Gen Z’s New Flex: “Retirement-Maxxing”
Ever heard of “looksmaxxing?” Don’t worry if you haven’t. It’s a Gen Z term that describes maximizing your physical appearance. Around the internet, Gen Z has made a habit of adding “maxxing” to the end of words, but it turns out they’re not just focused on their looks—they’re also trying to “retirement-maxx.” Bloomberg.com recently highlighted…
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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…