Your Home Insurance Just Went Up Again. Here's What You Can Do About It.
If your homeowners insurance bill went up this year, you're not alone. According to a recent Pew Research Center survey, 71% of U.S. homeowners say their insurance costs have increased over the past few years. And it's not a small bump for most people. A full 42% say their costs have gone up "a lot.
The Typical Down Payment Just Hit a 4-Year Low. Here's What That Means for Buyers.
According to a new report from Realtor.com, the median down payment in the U.S. fell to its lowest level in four years. In Q1 2026, the median down payment was $23,400, or 12.8% of the purchase price. Down payments have now declined for four straight quarters, with a median of $28,900 one year ago.
43% of Homeowners Are Equity Rich. Are You One of Them?
If you own a home in Sun Prairie or Deforest WI, there's a good chance you're sitting on more equity than you realize. New data shows 43.3% of mortgaged homes across the country are equity-rich right now. At the same time, a separate survey from Point found that 48% of homeowners say they aren't pla
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