Owning a home is a dream for many, and affordability is often the make-or-break factor when it comes to purchasing your own house. While the focus of the affordability conversation is often on mortgage payments, homeownership comes with additional expenses beyond what you pay toward your home loan e

You may see media coverage talking about a drop in homeowner equity. What’s important to understand is that equity is tied closely to home values. So, when home prices appreciate, you can expect equity to grow. And when home prices decline, equity does too. Here’s how this has played out recently. H

If you’re thinking about selling your house right now, chances are it’s because something in your life has changed. And, while things like mortgage rates are a key part of your decision on what you’ll buy next, it’s important to not lose sight of the reason you want to make a change in the first pla