St. Louis Area Diaper Bank
In this episode of STL People on the Move we talk to Carrie Crompton, a dynamic force behind the St. Louis Area Diaper Bank. With a background in law and a passion for social change,...
Cash Buyers Highest Since 2014
Mortgage rates are up, but so are cash buyers. Since October 2022, they’ve made up over 25% of home sales, reaching 32% by January 2024, the highest since June 2014. Who are these buyers? Recent...
St. Louis Magazine’s A-List Awards 2024
From February 20th through March 12th, readers will once again nominate their favorite local businesses across nearly 200 categories in St. Louis Magazine’s annual A-List Reader’s Choice Poll. A-List is a tribute to the region’s...
Dawn Griffin Group Expands
As we roll into the new year, we are thrilled to share that The Dawn Griffin Group is expanding! As the demand for homes continues to rise, we are growing our team to meet the...
6 Financial Pitfalls to Avoid Before a Home Purchase
In the pursuit of homeownership, careful financial planning is crucial to ensure a smooth and successful home-buying journey. Before taking the significant step of purchasing a home, it’s essential to avoid certain financial pitfalls that...
Five Ways Not to Use Your HELOC
Homeownership comes with the benefit of the chance to build equity. You can tap into this equity through a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) loan, a versatile financial tool. This form of revolving credit...
Questions to Ask if You Are Considering Buying a Home This Year
If you’re thinking of buying a home this year, you’re probably paying closer attention than normal to the housing market. And you’re getting your information from a variety of channels: the news, social media, your real estate agent,...
2023 Real Estate Market Review – St. Louis
St. Louis City Real Estate 2023 Welcome to our 2023 year-end real estate market review across three key counties – St. Louis City, St. Louis County, and St. Charles County. As we close the chapter...
Saving for a Home in 2024
If you’re planning to buy a home, knowing what to budget for and how to save may sound intimidating – but it doesn’t have to be. One way to ease those concerns is to make sure...
Explaining Jumbo Loan Limits
A jumbo loan might sound like something for millionaires, but it may be your best choice to finance even a modest home in some housing markets. What is a Jumbo Loan? A jumbo home loan,...
Understanding the Realtor Code of Ethics & Standards of Practice
In this ever-evolving real estate landscape, the significance of a strict ethical code has never been more pronounced. As the housing market continues to transform, trust and integrity are the cornerstones of successful transactions. This...
Best Times of the Year to Buy Things for Your Home
Whether you’re a new homeowner looking to outfit your space or someone who has been in their home for a while and is ready for upgrades, knowing the optimal times to buy things for your...