Basics of Real Estate

Homeownership: Family Benefit

Colby Banner

Published on: 02/01/2026

As interest rates climbed, I questioned whether helping clients buy homes was truly in their best interest. The data surprised me, and it completely changed how I view homeownership’s impact on families.

Basics of Real Estate

The 50-Year Mortgage: More Buying Power or Just More Demand?

Banner Real Estate Agents

Published on: 10/11/2025

A 50-year mortgage can make monthly payments more affordable, but it doesn’t fix America’s housing problem — it boosts demand without increasing supply, ultimately driving prices higher instead of solving the shortage.

Basics of Real Estate

Condo, Townhomes, & Single Family

Banner Real Estate Agents

Published on: 29/09/2025

What is the difference in a condo, a townhouse, and a single-family home?

Basics of Real Estate