Lorrie Ziegler, REALTOR® Blog

3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today’s Housing Market If you’ve been thinking about buying a home lately, chances are you’ve also seen some pretty dramatic headlines. One day it’s “prices are about to crash.”The next day it’s “wait for rates to drop.”Then suddenly everyone online is acting like the entire housing market is about to fall apart. It’s no wonder buyers feel uncertain. The problem is, a lot of what gets attention onl... read more
Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First Be honest… have you started browsing homes online yet? If you have, you’re not alone. Most buyers start there. But here’s something a lot of people don’t realize: Before you get too far into looking, there’s one step that can save you a lot of time, stress, and disappointment later on. That step is getting pre-approved. And no — it doesn’t mean you’re committing to buy right away. It just means you’re get... read more
3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers (Without Feeling Overwhelmed) Buying your first home is a big deal. It’s exciting… but let’s be honest, it can also feel a little overwhelming. There’s a lot of information out there, and it’s easy to feel like you need to have everything figured out before you even get started. The good news? You don’t. You don’t have to do everything at once, and you definitely don’t have to do it alone. The key is to take it one... read more
If you’ve been waiting to buy a home because you think you need a 20% downpayment or your credit score isn’t “good enough,” you’re not alone. A lot of would-be buyers are sitting on the sidelines—not because they don’t want to buy, but because they think they can’t. Here’s the truth: your credit score or savings might feel like a roadblock, but it doesn’t have to be. You Don’t Need Perfect Credit to Buy a Home Many people assume you need flawless ... read more
The Housing Market Is Starting to Open Up — and That’s Good News Heading Into 2026 If the housing market has felt frustrating over the past few years, you’re not alone. Higher interest rates and limited inventory made it tough for buyers, and many homeowners chose to stay put. But lately, things are starting to shift — and in a good way. We’re not seeing a sudden rush or a wild spike in prices. Instead, the market is slowly opening up. More homes are available, buyers have a little ... read more