What a Fed Rate Cut Could Mean for Mortgage Rates

  The Federal Reserve (the Fed) meets this week, and expectations are high that they’ll cut the Federal Funds Rate. But does that mean mortgage rates will drop? Let’s clear up the confusion. The Fed Doesn’t Directly Set Mortgage Rates Right now, all eyes are on the Fed. Most economists expect they’l

Baltimore Metro Housing Market Report –August 2025

  Housing Market Trends Baltimore area buyers holding back amidst a dearth of new listings. In August, there were 2,788 closed sales across the Baltimore metro area, a slight 0.6% drop from last August. The number of new pending sales in the region was down by 0.7% year-over-year.   Fewer new listin

Should You Still Expect a Bidding War?

  If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let some of that fear go. While multiple-offer situations haven’t disappeared entirely, they’re not nearly as common as they used to be. In fact, a recent survey shows agents reported only 1 in

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.

  When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing. But according to the latest data from Redfin, that’s happening a bit more often lately. The good news is, it’s completely avoidable if you lean on an agent for insight into why that is and how to avo