For Buyers

Buying a Home? Here's What You Should Know About Home Insurance Costs.

If buying a home is on your radar, you've probably been keeping an eye on mortgage rates and home prices. But don’t forget about homeowners insurance.

KCM Crew | July 30, 2026

For Buyers

Home Price Growth Slowed Down. That May Be Changing.

After more than a year of headlines talking about how home prices are going to crash, the latest data shows that price growth may be starting to pick back up again.

KCM Crew | July 29, 2026

For Sellers

Selling a Luxury House? Here’s Why Now Is a Good Time

If you own a luxury house, you're in a stronger spot than most sellers right now. While much of the market has cooled, the high-end tier hasn't.

KCM Crew | July 27, 2026

For Sellers

The House That Started It All Could Kickstart What's Next

Remember how exciting it was to buy your first place?

KCM Crew | July 23, 2026

For Buyers

Priced Out? A Condo or Townhome Could Be Your Way In.

Today's home prices have a lot of buyers – especially first-time buyers – wondering if there’s even anything out there that’s in their budget.

KCM Crew | July 22, 2026

For Buyers

More Homes, Better Prices: A Buyer’s Summer

If you’ve thought about buying a home in the past few years, you may have run into two frustrations: asking prices that kept climbing and too few homes to choose from.

KCM Crew | July 20, 2026

For Buyers

14 Years Running: Why Real Estate Is Still America’s Favorite Investment

Quick gut reaction. Which investment do Americans trust more than stocks, gold, savings accounts, and bonds? The answer hasn't changed in 14 years.

KCM Crew | July 16, 2026

For Sellers

Think Nobody's Buying Homes Right Now? Think Again.

If you've been thinking about selling, you've probably seen plenty of headlines suggesting buyers have just about disappeared.

KCM Crew | July 15, 2026

For Buyers

The “Take It or Leave It” Attitude Is Fading from the Market – What That Means for You

Negotiations are back. More buyers are asking for better deals, and more sellers are giving them. Builders are throwing in extras, too.

KCM Crew | July 13, 2026

For Buyers

What To Expect from the Housing Market in the Second Half of 2026

If the first half of this year has left you feeling stuck, you're not the only one.

KCM Crew | July 9, 2026

For Buyers

Student Loans Are Back in the News. Don't Let It Put Your Homeownership Plans on Hold.

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 on you...

KCM Crew | July 8, 2026

For Buyers

What Buying or Selling a Home Gives Back to Your Community

Buying or selling a home is a big financial decision. And right now, it feels even bigger.

KCM Crew | July 6, 2026

For Buyers

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.

KCM Crew | July 2, 2026

For Buyers

The Housing Market Is Stronger Than You Think

You've probably heard plenty of doom and gloom about the housing market lately.

KCM Crew | July 1, 2026

For Buyers

The 1 Factor That Explains Everything Happening with Home Prices Right Now

You've probably heard that home prices are cooling off.

KCM Crew | June 29, 2026

For Sellers

Your House Didn’t Sell. Here’s How To Turn It Around.

When your house doesn’t sell, it’s not just disappointing. It messes with your timing. Your plans. Your confidence.

KCM Crew | June 25, 2026

For Buyers

More Sellers Are Taking Their Homes off the Market. Here’s What You Need To Know.

You may be hearing that a near-record number of homeowners are pulling their houses off the market.

KCM Crew | June 24, 2026

For Buyers

That House That’s Been Sitting Could Be Your Best Shot at a Deal

Open up a home search and you'll see them. Listings that have been on the market for two months. Three. Some longer.

KCM Crew | June 22, 2026

For Buyers

Is It Still a Seller's Market? Here's What the Data Says.

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? In many markets, those d...

KCM Crew | June 18, 2026

For Buyers

Think Home Prices Will Crash? Here's What the Experts Actually Expect.

One of the biggest reasons buyers are still sitting on the sidelines is because they think home prices are going to come down.

KCM Crew | June 17, 2026

For Sellers

Should You Pay for Your Buyer’s Closing Costs? What Sellers Need To Know.

A few years ago, sellers could get away with saying "no" to just about everything.

KCM Crew | June 15, 2026

For Buyers

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."

KCM Crew | June 11, 2026

For Buyers

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.

KCM Crew | June 10, 2026

For Buyers

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.

KCM Crew | June 8, 2026

For Buyers

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 ...

KCM Crew | June 4, 2026

For Buyers

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

If the housing market feels confusing right now, you’re not alone.

KCM Crew | June 3, 2026

For Buyers

Less House, More Home: Why Smaller Homes Are Paying Off for Today’s Buyers

You started shopping with a specific mental image of your future home in your mind. Then the houses in your budget came in smaller than you pictured.

KCM Crew | June 1, 2026

For Sellers

The Real Reason Some People Are Still Moving Right Now

You may be telling yourself you’re going to wait to move – maybe you’re hoping mortgage rates will come down, prices will fall, or the market will feel a little easier.

KCM Crew | May 28, 2026

For Buyers

The Truth About Affordability Today

Let's be real with each other for a second about affordability.

KCM Crew | May 27, 2026

For Buyers

What Most Veterans Don't Know About Their VA Home Loan Benefit

Nearly half of Veterans (49%) feel homeownership is currently out of reach, according to a recent survey from NewDay USA.

KCM Crew | May 25, 2026

For Buyers

Newly Built Home Prices Hit a 5-Year Low

If you’ve always assumed a newly built home is just not in your budget, you should know the math just got a little friendlier.

KCM Crew | May 21, 2026

For Buyers

Record High Mortgage Debt Sounds Scary. Here’s What the Headlines Leave Out.

You may have seen the headlines lately about mortgage debt in America hitting a record high.

KCM Crew | May 20, 2026

For Buyers

Are Home Prices Going To Fall?

It’s one of the biggest hold ups some buyers have right now: “What if I buy, and home prices go down?”

KCM Crew | May 18, 2026

For Sellers

The Pricing Mistake That Could Cost You Your Sale

Most sellers come into the market with one number in mind. And it’s often the one that costs them the most.

KCM Crew | May 14, 2026

For Sellers

What the Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t Telling You

You've probably seen the headlines saying, "foreclosures are on the rise,” and maybe your mind jumped straight to 2008.

KCM Crew | May 13, 2026

For Sellers

Why Staging Your House Could Pay Off This Spring

Selling your house this season? You’ve probably heard you should stage it before it hits the market.

KCM Crew | May 11, 2026

For Buyers

Could Co-Buying Be the Answer for Some First-Time Buyers?

For a lot of would-be first-time buyers, affordability is the thing that’s standing in the way.

KCM Crew | May 7, 2026

For Sellers

The Secret To Selling Fast, No Matter the Market

When you put your house on the market, you don’t just want it to sell. You want it to sell fast.

KCM Crew | May 6, 2026

For Buyers

4 Ways To Give Your Offer an Edge This Spring

Looking to buy a home this season? Here's what you should know.

KCM Crew | May 4, 2026

For Sellers

Is Late May the Best Time To List Your House?

You may have heard April 12-18 was the “best week” to list your house.

KCM Crew | April 30, 2026

For Sellers

Stay or Sell? How To Make the Right Call as You Age

At some point, as you start thinking about the years ahead, this question tends to come up...

KCM Crew | April 29, 2026

For Buyers

Think You Have To Put 20% Down? Most First-Time Homebuyers Don’t.

According to Google Trends, online searches for down payment information recently hit an all-time high.

KCM Crew | April 27, 2026

For Buyers

3 Things That Are Not Going To Happen in Today's Housing Market

There’s a lot of uncertainty right now and that’s leading to some dramatic headlines.

KCM Crew | April 23, 2026

For Buyers

More Options Are Popping Up This Spring

Did you try to buy a home last year, but you ended up pressing pause?

KCM Crew | April 22, 2026

First-Time Buyers

The 10 Best Markets for First-Time Buyers This Spring

For a while, buying your first home hasn’t just felt hard. It may have felt out of reach.

KCM Crew | April 20, 2026

For Buyers

Rent or Buy? The Real Tradeoff Most People Don’t Talk About

You’ve probably asked yourself lately: Is it even worth trying to buy a home right now? It’s a question a lot of people are asking.

KCM Crew | April 16, 2026

For Buyers

Getting a Tax Refund? Here’s How It Can Help You Buy a Home

If you’re getting a tax refund this year, here’s something worth thinking about.

KCM Crew | April 15, 2026

For Buyers

Wondering If You Should Still Buy a Home Right Now? Here’s What To Keep in Mind.

With economic headlines, global events, and near constant talk about affordability, you may be wondering if this is the right time to move.

KCM Crew | April 13, 2026

For Buyers

When Buying a Home Feels Out of Reach, Some Families Do This Instead

For a lot of people, the math on buying a home just doesn’t really work right now.

KCM Crew | April 9, 2026

For Buyers

Thinking About an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage? Here’s What You Need To Know.

If you’ve been looking for a home lately, you’ve probably felt how tough affordability still is.

KCM Crew | April 8, 2026

For Sellers

Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet. Should You Rent It Out Instead?

When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast.

KCM Crew | April 6, 2026

For Buyers

Before You Fall in Love with a House, Do This First.

Be honest. Have you started looking at homes online yet? If you have, it’s already time to get pre-approved.

KCM Crew | April 2, 2026

For Buyers

Don’t Let Home Prices Headlines Fool You

Spend about 5 minutes online searching for news about the housing market, and odds are you’ll see something pop up about home prices.

KCM Crew | April 1, 2026

For Buyers

This’ll Change What You Think About Investors in Today’s Housing Market

There’s a lot of noise out there right now about investors in the housing market.

KCM Crew | March 30, 2026

For Sellers

The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And ...

KCM Crew | March 26, 2026

For Buyers

You Can’t Control What’s Happening with Mortgage Rates. But You Can Control This.

Mortgage rates have been volatile lately. And if you’re thinking about buying a home, that can make it harder to plan.

KCM Crew | March 25, 2026

For Sellers

The Remodel You’ve Been Dreaming About May Be Closer Than You Think

That kitchen you’ve been mentally redesigning...The bathroom that really needs a refresh...Or the outdoor space you keep saying you’ll get to someday...

KCM Crew | March 23, 2026

For Buyers

Affordability Has Improved in All 50 States

For the past few years, affordability has been what’s stopped a lot of buyers in their tracks. Maybe it stopped you, too.

KCM Crew | March 19, 2026

First-Time Buyers

3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers

Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before.

KCM Crew | March 18, 2026

For Sellers

The #1 Reason Buyers Walk Away (And How To Get Ahead of It)

You may have seen headlines on social saying the number of buyers backing out of their contracts is on the rise – and has recently reached a high not seen since 2017.

KCM Crew | March 16, 2026

For Buyers

One Key Sign We’re Not Headed for a Wave of Foreclosures

Foreclosures are ticking up. And that may make your mind jump straight to thoughts of 2008 – specifically to what happened to the market during the housing crash.

KCM Crew | March 12, 2026

For Sellers

If Your House Isn’t Getting Offers, Read This.

Online searches for “can’t sell house” just hit an all-time high according to Google Trends.

KCM Crew | March 11, 2026

For Buyers

Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range.

KCM Crew | March 9, 2026

For Sellers

Spring Sellers Have an Edge. Here’s Why.

Homeowners looking to sell usually want three things: plenty of interested buyers, strong offers, and a short timeline. Spring is the season that most often delivers all three.

KCM Crew | March 5, 2026

For Sellers

Are Home Prices Dropping? Here’s the Real Story.

You’ve probably seen posts on social media talking about how “home prices are falling.”

KCM Crew | March 4, 2026

For Sellers

The Hidden Advantage Repeat Buyers Have Right Now

What if you didn’t have a mortgage payment on your next house? It may sound a little unrealistic. But for a number of homeowners, it’s actually doable.

KCM Crew | March 2, 2026

For Sellers

Top Mistakes Homeowners Are Making in 2026 (And How To Avoid Them)

Let’s be clear: selling your house is absolutely possible right now. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), roughly 11k homes sell every day in this country.

KCM Crew | February 26, 2026

For Buyers

Renting vs. Buying: The Numbers Might Surprise You

Renting can feel like the easier choice right now.

KCM Crew | February 25, 2026

For Sellers

How Your Equity Could Help Younger Generations Buy a Home

For a lot of parents or grandparents, watching a family member struggle to buy their first home right now is hard.

KCM Crew | February 23, 2026

For Sellers

The Price You Set Can Make (or Break) Your Sale

There’s one decision you're going to make when you sell that determines whether your house sells quickly, or it sits.

KCM Crew | February 19, 2026

For Sellers

The Real Reason Home Sales Slowed in January. And It’s Not What You Think.

If you saw headlines that talked about how “home sales fell sharply in January,” it probably raised an eyebrow – especially if you’re thinking about selling your house. But context matters.

KCM Crew | February 18, 2026

For Buyers

Move-Up Buyers Are Choosing New Construction

At some point, a house that once felt perfect just… doesn’t anymore.

KCM Crew | February 16, 2026

For Sellers

Four Ways Your Home Equity Can Work for You

You may have heard homeowners today have a lot of equity built up. But what does that really mean? Let’s break it down.

KCM Crew | February 12, 2026

For Buyers

Inventory Is Making a Comeback in 2026

After a long stretch where buyers were competing for too few homes, inventory has made a comeback over the past year.

KCM Crew | February 11, 2026

First-Time Buyers

Why Townhomes Are Popular with Today’s First-Time Buyers

Buying your first home can feel frustrating when the numbers don’t line up the way you expected.

KCM Crew | February 9, 2026

For Buyers

Top 3 Reasons To Buy a Home Before Spring

If you’re planning to buy a home this year, you may be focused on the spring market.

KCM Crew | February 5, 2026

For Buyers

It’s Getting More Affordable To Buy a Home

There’s finally a little good news for anyone who’s been priced out or sitting on the sidelines.

KCM Crew | February 4, 2026

For Buyers

Home Insurance Costs Are Rising: What Buyers Should Plan For

Buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. And homeowner’s insurance is what protects that investment.

KCM Crew | February 2, 2026

For Sellers

Why So Many Homeowners Are Downsizing Right Now

For a growing number of homeowners, retirement isn’t some distant idea anymore. It’s starting to feel very real.

KCM Crew | January 29, 2026

For Buyers

Top 2026 Housing Markets for Buyers and Sellers

Who doesn’t love a top 10 list? Well, here are two top 10 lists for the housing market this year.

KCM Crew | January 28, 2026

For Buyers

You May Not Want To Skip Over That House That’s Been Sitting on the Market

When you see a house that’s been sitting on the market for a while, the reaction is almost automatic.

KCM Crew | January 26, 2026

For Buyers

Mortgage Rates Recently Hit a 3-Year Low. Here’s Why That’s Still a Big Deal.

If you’re one of the thousands of homebuyers waiting for rates to fall, you should know it’s already happening.

KCM Crew | January 22, 2026

For Buyers

Why Rising Foreclosure Headlines Aren’t a Red Flag for Today’s Housing Market

If you’ve seen headlines saying foreclosure activity has been climbing for 10 straight months, it’s easy to assume that's a sign of trouble for the housing market.

KCM Crew | January 21, 2026

For Sellers

Home Updates That Actually Pay You Back When You Sell

Planning to sell this spring? While you may be tempted to hold off until the first blooms or the spring showers hit, that's actually waiting too long to get started by today’s standards.

KCM Crew | January 19, 2026

For Buyers

Are Big Investors Really Buying Up All the Homes? Here’s the Truth.

It’s hard to scroll online lately without seeing some version of this claim: “Big investors are buying up all the homes.”

KCM Crew | January 15, 2026

For Sellers

The #1 Regret Sellers Have When They Don’t Use an Agent

Want to know the #1 thing homeowners regret when they sell without an agent? It’s that they didn’t price their house correctly for their current market.

KCM Crew | January 14, 2026

For Buyers

The Credit Score Myth That’s Holding Would-Be Buyers Back

Would-be homebuyers aren’t sitting on the sidelines because they don’t want to buy. They’re sitting out because they think they can’t.

KCM Crew | January 12, 2026

For Buyers

Expert Forecasts Point to Affordability Improving in 2026

Wondering what to expect from the housing market in 2026? You’re not the only one.

KCM Crew | January 8, 2026

For Buyers

Builder Incentives Reach 5-Year High

Even with more homes on the market right now, some buyers are still having a tough time finding the right one at the right price.

KCM Crew | September 4, 2025

For Buyers

What Mortgage Delinquencies Tell Us About the Future of Foreclosures

You may be seeing headlines about how foreclosures are rising. And if that makes you nervous we’re headed for another crash, here’s what you should know.

KCM Crew | September 3, 2025

For Sellers

Thinking About Renting Your House Instead of Selling? Read This First.

If your house is on the market but you haven’t gotten any offers you’re comfortable with, you may be wondering: what do I do if it doesn’t sell?

KCM Crew | September 1, 2025

For Buyers

What Everyone’s Getting Wrong About the Rise in New Home Inventory

You may have seen talk online that new home inventory is at its highest level since the crash.

KCM Crew | August 28, 2025

For Sellers

History Shows the Housing Market Always Recovers

Now that the market is slowing down, homeowners who haven’t sold at the price they were hoping for are increasingly pulling their homes off the market.

KCM Crew | August 27, 2025

For Buyers

Should You Still Expect a Bidding War?

If you’re still worried about having to deal with a bidding war when you buy a home, you may be able to let some of that fear go.

KCM Crew | August 25, 2025

For Buyers

From Frenzy to Breathing Room: Buyers Finally Have Time Again

If you tried to buy a home a few years ago, you probably still remember the frenzy.

KCM Crew | August 21, 2025

For Buyers

Condos Could Be a Win for Today’s Buyers

Not every homebuyer wants the biggest house on the block.

KCM Crew | August 20, 2025

For Sellers

More Contracts Are Falling Through. Here’s How To Get Ahead.

When you sell a house, the last thing you want is for the deal to fall apart right before closing.

KCM Crew | August 18, 2025

For Buyers

Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff

Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason.

KCM Crew | August 14, 2025

For Buyers

Are These Myths About Buying a Newly Built Home Holding You Back?

If you’ve been skipping over newly built homes in your search, you might be doing so based on outdated assumptions.

KCM Crew | August 13, 2025

For Sellers

The 3 Things You Risk by Pricing Too High

When selling your house, the price you choose isn’t just a number, it's a strategy.

KCM Crew | July 31, 2025