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Check out Jayson Hardie’s recently published bylined article on Connectively!

Beyond the Interest Rate: What Really Matters for Keeping More of Your Money When Becoming a Homeowner - Connectively Beyond the Interest Rate: What Really Matters for Keeping More of Your Money When Becoming a HomeownerAuthored by: Jayson HardieWhen people talk about reducing the cost of owning a home, the conversation almost always centers on ideas that feel responsible—but often end up leaving homeowners with ...

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According to a recent Zillow analysis, 18.5% of homes nationwide went "pending” within just seven days in February 2026. In the fastest-moving markets, including St. Louis, more than 1 in 3 homes are sold that quickly.

Why St. Louis Is One of the Hottest Markets for Fast Home Sales and How Buyers Can Still Win - Homestead Financial Mortgage The housing market is sending mixed signals right now, but in places like St. Louis, one thing is clear: the best homes are still selling fast. According to a recent Zillow analysis, 18.5% of homes nationwide went “pending” within just seven days in February 2026. In the

People aren’t just Googling mortgage questions anymore. They’re asking their new AI bestie, and the answers they get aren’t random. AI learns from the content, conversations, reviews, and reputation that companies build over time.

That’s why trust, transparency, and real customer experiences matter more than ever.

In our recent blog, we break down how AI is reshaping mortgage search behavior, what consumers should know, and why human guidance still plays a critical role in the homebuying journey.

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How AI Is Changing the Way You Search for a Mortgage - Homestead Financial Mortgage How to Use AI Tools to Your Advantage When Planning to Buy a Home Not long ago, homebuyers and homeowners might have started their journey with a simple Google search: “Best mortgage lender near me.” “How much house can I afford?” “How to consolidate debt?” Today, that’s changing. More...