Foreclosure activity is rising again across the U.S. in the first quarter of 2026. For many homeowners, it’s an early warning sign that financial pressure is starting to build.  According to ATTOM’s Q1 2026 U.S. Foreclosure Market Report, there were 118,727 properties with foreclosure filings in the first quarter alone, a 26% increase compared to… Continue reading Foreclosure Activity Is Rising in 2026: Here’s What Homeowners Should Know

There’s always something new going on in the real estate market. From steady changes in mortgage rates to the number of homes on the market varying drastically from one year to the next, no two days look the same. The same goes here for House Buyers of America.  From the types of homes we’re buying… Continue reading State of House Buyers of America | April, 2026

Richmond is entering the spring real estate market with home sales up compared to last year, but that doesn’t mean supply can keep up with eager buyers. With the number of houses on the market in Richmond decreasing, the pressure is on local buyers who are struggling to find homes to buy.  In our experience,… Continue reading Sales Are Rising in Richmond, But the Inventory Shortage Keeps the Pressure on Buyers

It’s become easier for first-time buyers in Virginia Beach to break into the highly competitive coastal market, as the income needed to afford a typical home decreased year-over-year. According to Zillow’s Housing Data, the average income needed to afford the monthly payments on a typical home in Virginia Beach, assuming a 20% down payment, in… Continue reading Buying a Home in Virginia Beach is Getting Easier, But There’s a Long Way to Go

When you sell a home, the commission is one of the largest expenses you’ll face. Traditional real estate commissions have hovered around 5–6% for decades. On a $400,000 home, that’s $20,000 to $24,000 leaving your pocket at closing. Because of that, many homeowners start looking for alternatives. One of the most common options is a… Continue reading Are Low Commission Realtors Worth it?

The numbers are in, and Fauquier County is completely changing how we look at the Inner-circle markets near the Washington, DC, metro area. In the past, proximity to the city dictated home values; however, recent data show that’s been completely changed thanks to a change in buyer preferences. The powerhouse cities like Bethesda and Arlington,… Continue reading How Rural Fauquier County is Fueling DC’s 2026 Housing Surge

For many Americans, the phrase “starter home” feels like a relic of another era. Over the past several years, elevated home prices, rising mortgage rates, and constrained inventory have pushed entry-level buyers to the sidelines in many major metros. In coastal cities and high-growth Sun Belt markets, the math simply no longer works for households… Continue reading The 2026 Starter Home Cities List: Where First-Time Buyers Still Have a Real Shot

Due to the recent military action in Iran, mortgage interest rates have climbed back up to over 6% after briefly dipping below that threshold for the first time since 2022. While the initial drop was a welcome change for homebuyers, jumping back up to over 6% was the biggest increase since back in April, after… Continue reading How The U.S. Housing Market is Changing After Recent Military Action in Iran

There’s been a massive increase in foreclosure rates in Maryland, and it’s something locals should know about. Maryland ranks fifth in the nation for foreclosure rates according to recent data from ATTOM. In plain numbers, that means one in every 2,430 houses is filing for foreclosure. Compared to 2025, that’s a 32% increase in filings.… Continue reading What Maryland’s Foreclosure Spike Means For Locals

The U.S. House of Representatives recently passed the Housing for the 21st Century Act (H.R. 6644) with overwhelming bipartisan support, approving the bill by a 390–9 vote. Lawmakers say the legislation is designed to address housing affordability by expanding financing options, encouraging new development, and improving access to credit for lower-priced homes. For the Washington,… Continue reading What The Passage of the Housing for the 21st Century Act Means for First-Time Homebuyers