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The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here | One West Real Estate Co.

Want to buy a house this year, but not sure if the timing’s right? Seasonally, it may actually be a better time to buy than you expect. Yes, mortgage rates…

Written by Angela Hornburg

September 17, 2026

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now. | One West Real Estate Co,

Most people think a newly built home costs more than an existing one. But right now, that’s actually backwards. Newly built homes are more affordable than existing ones in a…

Written by Angela Hornburg

September 3, 2026

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) to Buy a Home? Read This First. | One West Real Estate Co.

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home. Maybe you’ve caught the buzz and wondered whether that money…

Written by Angela Hornburg

September 1, 2026

Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They’re At | One West Real Estate Co.

You’re scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app. Because even if you…

Written by Angela Hornburg

August 31, 2026

Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don’t Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold. | One West Real Estate Co.

Student loans are back in the spotlight. And whether you’ve been following the headlines closely or just catching bits and pieces here and there, there’s a good chance they’ve been…

Written by Angela Hornburg

July 9, 2026

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now | One West Real Estate Co.

You’ve probably heard that home prices are cooling off. And that’s true – nationally. But zoom in on individual markets across the country, and the picture looks completely different depending…

Written by Angela Hornburg

June 30, 2026

Is It Still a Seller’s Market? Here’s What the Data Says. | One West Real Estate Co.

Remember a few years back when sellers held all the power and buyers were stuck offering way over asking or waiving inspections just to get a chance at the house?…

Written by Angela Hornburg

June 19, 2026

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer | One West Real Estate Co.

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…

Written by Angela Hornburg

June 12, 2026

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers | One West Real Estate Co.

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…

Written by Angela Hornburg

June 11, 2026

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget? | One West Real Estate Co.

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…

Written by Angela Hornburg

June 9, 2026

Tag: Buying Tips

The Best Time To Buy a Home in 2026 Is Almost Here | One West Real Estate Co.

Think New Homes Cost More? Not Right Now. | One West Real Estate Co,

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) to Buy a Home? Read This First. | One West Real Estate Co.

Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They’re At | One West Real Estate Co.

Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don’t Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold. | One West Real Estate Co.

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now | One West Real Estate Co.

Is It Still a Seller’s Market? Here’s What the Data Says. | One West Real Estate Co.

Two Big Reasons To Move This Summer | One West Real Estate Co.

Lower Asking Prices Are a Win for Today’s Buyers | One West Real Estate Co.

Could Moving a Bit Further Out Change Everything About Your Budget? | One West Real Estate Co.

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