Tag: mortgage

No doubt someone has said to you –– “Buying a home as an investment.” They’re not wrong. But while that sentiment is true in some ways, it’s very different from the other investments in your life. A home doesn’t behave like a traditional financial asset—and understanding that difference matters. A Home Is a Hybrid Asset […]

For a long time, a lot of our friends on the house hunt were after BIG, OPEN-CONCEPT, BREEZY HOMES. More bedrooms, bigger kitchens, higher ceilings, larger bonus rooms. Oh and don’t forget “NEW”(ish). They wanted something they didn’t have to worry about fixing up. But lately, many families are prioritizing less about square footage and […]

Buying a home is one of the biggest financial steps many families take. Most people focus heavily on the down payment and monthly mortgage—but once you move in, there are plenty of other costs that can sneak up on you. The Expenses That Catch Homeowners Off Guard Owning a home means you’re now responsible for […]

For years, bigger homes were often seen as the goal. More square footage, more rooms, more storage. But lately, many families are starting to rethink that equation. More and more people are intentionally choosing smaller homes—not because they have to, but because they’re realizing bigger isn’t always better. What Families Are Prioritizing Instead For some, […]

After so many years of helping first-time homebuyers through the home purchase process, we try to keep this delicate balance of –– “make sure they’re excited about their new home” –– with –– “make sure they’re actually prepared for this next step.” Most first-time buyers walk in thinking about the big picture: price, location, and monthly payment. […]

After Mint shut down in 2024, people didn’t seem to just jump to whatever Forbes said—they went to Reddit, forums, and real-world testing to figure out what actually works.  By 2026, a few apps have clearly separated themselves—not because of hype (so it seems), but because people stick with them. Here are 5 budgeting apps […]

A friend of ours in Durham is part of a local “free” Facebook group where people give away things they no longer need. (Yes, this is actually legitimate. We couldn’t believe it.) Toys, clothes, baby gear—you name it.  Just last week, she picked up two pairs of toddler Air Jordans for her twin boys… completely […]