More Gen Zers are Buying Homes—But It’s a Trickle, Not a Flood

More than one-quarter (27.1%) of Gen Zers nationwide owned their home in 2025—up from 26.1% a year earlier—according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. Millennials also eked out a gain in their homeownership rate, to 55.4% from 54.9% a year earlier; it’s natura

Can Personal Loans Help You Achieve Financial Independence?

Financial independence (FI) is a goal that many people work toward. The idea of having enough savings or investments to cover your living expenses without relying on a paycheck is attractive. Achieving FI often involves careful planning, smart investing, and disciplined spending. But can personal lo

Mortgage demand drops 8.5%, as interest rates swell to the highest level in 3 weeks

Mortgage rates rose last week, causing a large drop in demand for refinances. Homebuyer demand was essentially flat.

How Sheila Howell Brings Empathy to Real Estate

Real estate decisions after major life changes, such as death, divorce, or retirement, require more than market expertise. They demand empathy, structure, and support. Sheila Howell delivers just that. Drawing from her own transitions, Sheila’s real estate approach enables clients to move forward wi