• 2026 Northern Nevada Market Forecast: What Buyers Should Know,Shannon Root

    2026 Northern Nevada Market Forecast: What Buyers Should Know

    Every year brings new market headlines. Here’s what buyers should know heading into the end of 2026. 1 | Interest rates are steadyingExpect modest dips but nothing dramatic. Stability is a win. 2 | Inventory is growing slowlyMore homes are hitting the market, giving buyers more choices and fewer bid

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  • How to Buy a Home When You Still Have Student Loans,Shannon Root

    How to Buy a Home When You Still Have Student Loans

    Student loans don’t have to stop you from owning a home. Lenders look at your debt-to-income ratio, not just your loan balance. 1 | Know your DTIAdd up all monthly debts (including student loans) and divide by your income. Under 45% is ideal. 2 | Income-based repayment helpsIf your student loans are

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  • Should You Buy or Rent in Reno Right Now?,Shannon Root

    Should You Buy or Rent in Reno Right Now?

    It’s the classic question, rent or buy? Let’s look at what the numbers say in Reno 2026. 1 | Monthly cost comparisonRent for a 3-bedroom averages about $2,600. A starter home at $500K might run $3,000–$3,200 per month after taxes and insurance. 2 | Equity vs. flexibilityBuying builds equity with eve

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