Real Estate Trends 3 Key Steps for First-Time Home Buyers Buying your first home is exciting, but it can feel a bit overwhelming. When you’ve never gone through the buying process before, it’s easy to wonder where to start and what to do first. The good news is that you don’t need to figure out everything out on your own, or all at once. The […]
Real Estate Trends Home Affordability Improved in All 50 States: What Buyers Need To Know For the past few years, affordability has been one of the biggest reasons buyers have put their home search on hold. Maybe you did the same. At some point, you may have looked at the numbers, saw what a monthly mortgage payment would be, and decided to wait for the market to become more manageable. […]
Real Estate Trends Why Spring Gives Home Sellers an Advantage Homeowners planning to sell usually want the same three things: more buyer interest, stronger offers, and a faster sale. And it’s no secret that spring is the season that most often delivers on all three. If selling your home has been on your mind this year, this may be the right time to make your […]
Real Estate Trends Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 and How To Avoid Them Let’s start with some good news: selling your house is still very possible in today’s market. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), about 11,000 homes are selling every day across the country. The homeowners making successful moves right now have one thing in common: they’re adjusting their strategy to fit today’s market. Inventory […]
Real Estate Trends Are Home Prices Dropping? What the Latest Data Show You’ve probably seen headlines or social posts claiming that home prices are falling. It’s an attention-grabbing message, and it naturally leads to two big questions: Is this the start of a crash? What does it mean for my home’s value? Here’s the reality: a few markets are seeing small, normal pullbacks, but this is not […]
General Community News Renting vs. Buying: What The Numbers Say Renting often feels like the simpler move these days. There’s no down payment to save up for, no surprise repair bills, and no long-term commitment if life changes. But then your lease renews and the rent jumps. Then it happens again. Eventually, what felt flexible suddenly starts to feel expensive, especially when you realize every […]
General Community News Why Did Home Sales Fall in January? If you saw headlines saying home sales fell sharply in January, it’s understandable to feel uneasy, especially if you’re thinking about selling. But one month of data rarely tells the whole story. Yes, January home sales declined. In most years, that’s normal. And this particular drop has a lot more to do with seasonality and […]
Affiliated Updates CENTURY 21 Affiliated Appoints Steve Meidam as Team Leader of Appleton Office Appleton, WI — CENTURY 21 Affiliated is pleased to announce that Steve Meidam has been named Team Leader of the Appleton office. Meidam brings more than 23 years of real estate experience to the role and is widely respected for his leadership, market knowledge, and commitment to agent success. Throughout his career, Meidam has built […]
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Forecasts Housing Inventory Is Improving in 2026: What That Means for Buyers After a long stretch of buyers competing for too few homes, housing inventory is finally improving. Over the past year, more listings have come to market, and depending on where you live, that shift can open up your options in a meaningful way. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes available for sale in January […]
General Community News The Top Ten 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers Whether you’re buying or selling this year and need to know the top housing markets, you’re in luck.  Here are two lists for the 2026 housing market, one for sellers and one for buyers. But before you scroll to the lists, keep this in mind: If you’re planning a move for 2026, the most important […]
General Community News Good News for Buyers: Home Affordability Improving in 2026 If you’ve felt priced out of the market or stuck waiting on the sidelines, there’s finally some encouraging news: Buying a home is finally becoming more affordable. Monthly payments have started to come down thanks lower interest rates, and buyers are starting to feel pricing pressures ease. That doesn’t mean homeownership is suddenly easy for […]
General Community News Mortgage Rates Just Hit a 3-Year Low. Does It Matter in 2026? If you’ve been watching mortgage rates and waiting for a “better time” to buy, here’s your chance. Rates just dipped below 6% for the first time in more than three years. Even modest rate movement can change what you can afford, how competitive you can be, and whether buying feels realistic again, especially if last […]
General Community News Expert Forecasts Point to Home Affordability Improving in 2026 If the last few years have felt like a constant tug-of-war between home prices, mortgage rates, and “Can we actually afford this?”, you’re not alone. Affordability has been the biggest obstacle for buyers (and a major source of hesitation for sellers), but the outlook for 2026 is more encouraging than what we’ve seen in a […]
Affiliated Updates CENTURY 21 Affiliated Expands Northern Indiana Footprint With New Granger Office Granger, IN — December 9, 2025 — CENTURY 21 Affiliated, the No. 1 CENTURY 21 franchise in the world, today announced the opening of its newest office, located at 6910 North Main Street, Building 2, Granger, IN 46530. This expansion underscores the company’s commitment to delivering elevated client service, strengthening community partnerships, and supporting continued […]
General Community News Renting vs. Buying: Which Home Option Is Right for You? Between stubborn mortgage rates and rising home prices, you’ve probably mulled over renting vs. buying a home. In market conditions like these, renting and waiting to buy can feel like your only realistic option. This can be the truth in many cases, and buying before you’re ready can be a costly mistake. But the short-term savings […]
Affiliated Updates CENTURY 21 Affiliated Announces Strategic Partnership with CMG Financial and Welcomes Greg Harkleroad as Joint Venture Division Sales Manager Madison, WI – June 26, 2025 – CENTURY 21 Affiliated is proud to announce a new strategic partnership with CMG Financial, a top five privately held mortgage lender in the U.S., and the appointment of Greg Harkleroad (NMLS ID# 427611) as the Joint Venture Division Sales Manager to lead this exciting collaboration. This partnership represents […]
Affiliated Updates Stronger Together: Local Real Estate Teams Unite Under CENTURY 21 Affiliated NILES, Ml – [June 24, 2025] – A new chapter in Niles real estate begins as Integrity Real Estate Professionals officially join the CENTURY 21 Affiliated family. This exciting change follows Horizon Realty Group’s affiliation earlier this year. As part of this transition, Brian Floor will be stepping away from his leadership role and resuming […]
Beloit, WI America’s Richest Self-Made Woman, Billionaire Diane Hendricks, and Daughter Konya Hendricks Schuh Take on Hometown Revitalization in New Daytime Docuseries “BETTING ON BELOIT”   New Home Renovation and Design Series Premieres July 12 at 1 pm ET/PT on A&E, Part of the Network’s Lifestyle Daytime Programming Block   Trailer HERE   NOTE: Konya Hendricks Schuh and Connor Fox are licensed real estate agents with CENTURY 21 Affiliated.   LOS ANGELES – (June 11, 2025) – America’s […]
Affiliated Updates From Dan’s Desk: June 3, 2025 As spring winds down and June approaches, we typically anticipate a familiar surge in housing market activity across the United States. This seasonal trend is especially pronounced in regions like the Midwest, where warmer weather traditionally brings buyers and sellers out in force. But this year, something feels different. The energy we expect to accompany […]
General Community News Adjustable-Rate Mortgages on the Rise: Should You Jump In? If you’re in the market for a house, you’re probably not encouraged by today’s mortgage rates. Elevated rates and rising home prices have many homebuyers starting to explore other financing options that make more sense. One type of loan gaining popularity is adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs). If you remember the 2008 market crash, you may be […]