Nobody Knows Where Rates Are Headed and Here Is the Question That Actually Matters for Buyers Now

Blaine Rolstad

Published on: 05/08/2026

Right home, right payment, right plan. Blaine Rolstad at Canopy explains when it actually makes sense to buy.

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Stop Waiting for Rates to Drop and Start Using the Negotiating Power You Have as a Buyer Today

Blaine Rolstad

Published on: 21/07/2026

Higher for longer after June Fed meeting. Blaine Rolstad explains why buying now with leverage wins.

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Why February Can Be a Smart Month to Buy a Home (A Quiet Market Can Mean More Leverage)

Blaine Rolstad

Published on: 22/02/2026

February is often a slower season for real estate. Learn why fewer buyers can mean more negotiating power, seller credits, and better terms, plus a simple checklist for buyers.

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Is Buying a Home Getting More Affordable in 2026? Here’s What’s Actually Changing

Blaine Rolstad

Published on: 18/01/2026

If you have been wondering whether buying a home is finally getting more affordable, you are not alone. The honest answer is this: affordability is improving in a few important ways, but it is not improving everywhere, and it is not improving all at once.

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