There Are 2679 Active Down Payment Assistance Programs Right Now and Most Buyers Never Hear About Them

All-time high DPA programs available. Mark Harris explains how to find what you qualify for. ...more

Mortgage

May 13, 2026•3 min read

Your Credit Score Just Got a Major Upgrade and It Could Change Whether You Qualify for a Mortgage

Rent payments now count toward approval. Mark Harris explains what changed on April 22nd. ...more

Mortgage

May 13, 2026•4 min read

What Is Going On With Mortgage Rates Right Now and Why It Actually Creates Opportunity for Buyers

Oil prices are up, inflation fears are rising, and mortgage rates followed. Mark Harris explains the simple chain reaction driving today's rate environment and why buyers who act now may be getting be... ...more

Mortgage

April 10, 2026•3 min read

Home Prices Are Down Nationally But That Headline Tells You Almost Nothing About Your Market

A 0.2 percent national price dip made headlines but real estate is local and the gap between markets right now is wider than ever. Mark Harris breaks down what the data actually shows and why your mar... ...more

Mortgage

April 02, 2026•4 min read

Are We Finally in a Buyer's Market? What Mark Harris Wants Every Buyer to Know Right Now

Inventory is up and homes are sitting longer but prices are not falling the way the data suggests they should. Mark Harris breaks down what is really driving today's housing market and where prepared ... ...more

Mortgage

March 25, 2026•5 min read

The Homeowners Insurance Problem That Is Killing Home Deals Right Before Closing in 2026

A surprise insurance quote is becoming one of the most common reasons home deals collapse at the finish line. Mark Harris explains how this silent deal-killer works and what every buyer must do to pro... ...more

Mortgage

March 23, 2026•5 min read