5 Stages of Buying Your First Home Real Estate is local. By that we mean that what is going on in your local community or neighborhood, may not be reflective of what is happening in other parts of your town, county, or state. Much of what we hear and read is based on national averages and trends. That's a great benchmark, although you need your local market information to make informed decisions about the right next step for you. The best way to get that is find a Realtor who is a full time professional and an expert in your (0 comments)