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Down Payments Are Smaller Than They’ve Been Since 2021

Saving for a down payment can feel like the hardest part of buying a home. And with affordability as tight as it’s been lately, it’s fair to wonder how anyone manages it right now. Here’s something you may not have seen coming.  Some people are getting their foot in the door with a smaller down payment. According to Realtor.com, […]

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The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

You’ve probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately. High rates. Stretched budgets. Headlines that make buying or selling sound like a terrible idea. But the data tells a very different story.  This isn’t 2020 or 2021. It was never going to be. Those were the “unicorn years” – historic low […]

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Feature in Southern Living’s “11 Best Places To Live On The Gulf Coast Year-Round, According To Real Estate Experts”

Broker/Owner Suzanne Vasbinder of Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty – Vasbinder International, was selected to help contribute to Southern Living’s “11 Best Places To Live On The Gulf Coast Year-Round, According To Real Estate Experts” article! This article features the best places to live along the Gulf coast for year-round residents. For the three cities […]

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Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget?

Whether you’re dreaming about buying your first home or wondering if it’s time to move on from the one you’re in, affordability is probably weighing on your mind. Home prices are still high in many markets, and even though things have improved a bit over the past year, making the numbers work can still feel like […]

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Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer

A lot of people who want to move are telling themselves the same thing: “Maybe I’ll just wait until later this year once things calm down.”  While waiting sounds like a good plan, there’s something worth knowing before you decide. Rates aren’t expected to change much, so if that’s the #1 reason you’re waiting, it may not pay […]

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Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers

If affordability has been the biggest thing standing between you and a home, there’s a little good news.  Asking prices have started to come down. The typical seller listed their house for a median of $429,500 in May. That’s 2.4% lower than a year ago, according to Realtor.com. On its own, that won’t transform what you […]

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The Mid-Year Housing Market Update: Why Forecasts Changed in 2026

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone. Mortgage rates have risen. Home sales haven’t picked up like expected. And many buyers and sellers are wondering when things are going to feel easier or be more affordable. The truth is: a lot changed over the first half of this year. Back at the […]

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What Rising Inflation Means for Your Move

Data shows inflation is moving in the wrong direction. But before the headlines send anyone into a panic, here’s what’s actually going on, why it matters for the housing market, and what it means if you’re thinking about buying or selling. Inflation Went Up – Here’s What That Actually Means The government tracks inflation in […]

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Could a Higher Homestead Exemption Help More Floridians Own a Home?

Homeownership in Florida is still one of the best ways to build stability, equity, and long-term financial security. But let’s be honest — the cost of owning a home has changed dramatically. Buyers today are not just looking at the purchase price. They are looking at the full monthly payment, and that number includes taxes, […]

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