The decision to buy or rent isn’t just about today’s costs—it’s about your future plans, financial stability, and lifestyle goals. According to ATTOM’s 2025 Rental Affordability Report, in most U.S. markets, homeownership costs less of a person’s wages than renting a comparable property. But does that mean buying is always the right choice? Not necessarily. […]

What if I told you that, over 30 years, the average homeowner will spend over $180,000 on repairs and maintenance? Sounds crazy, right? But when you break it down, it’s simple math: Homeowners spend an average of $6,087 per year on unexpected fixes for these emergency repairs, according to a recent survey conducted by Real […]

If you’re a renter, you’ve probably felt the sting of rent price increases at some point.  According to Zillow, single-family home rents are now 20% higher on average than apartment rents—the widest gap ever recorded. While the market has its challenges, there’s good news: by understanding your rights and exploring your options, you can make […]

With wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County, images of destruction are everywhere. Over 12,000 structures have been burned down, neighborhoods reduced to rubble and nearly 92,000 residents forced to evacuate.  As Angelenos come together to rebuild their city—and their lives—people across the nation are asking the same questions: What happens to financial responsibilities, like mortgage […]