First-Time Home Buyers’ Searches for Fixer Uppers Are Over, but Why?

For decades, the fixer upper was almost a rite of passage for first-time homebuyers. Buy something imperfect, put in sweat equity, live with inconvenience for a few years, then trade up. That narrative still exists, but it’s no longer the default. In today’s market, many first-time buyers are delibe

Building From the Ground Up? Why Contractor Credentials Matter More Than Ever

When you decide to develop a new property or perform extensive renovations on an existing one, your expected return will only materialize if the project is built to code and without hidden liabilities. One of the simplest ways to mitigate risk is to verify the credentials of every contractor and sub

Austin, TX—Once Among the Nation’s Hottest Housing Markets—Is Now the Slowest

The typical home that went under contract in Austin, TX in December spent 106 days on the market, up from 91 days a year earlier, according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. That’s the slowest December in records dating back to 2012. Nationwide, the typical ho

Buying a Home in Burnaby BC: A Guide to the Best Neighborhoods for Young Families vs. Professionals

If 2026 is the year for a relocation, Burnaby continues to stand out as a premier destination within the Lower Mainland. The business has witnessed the city’s evolution into a powerhouse offering a lifestyle often rivaling its neighbors'. For those transitioning from a downtown lifestyle or relocati