What happens when an entire city starts improving its curb appeal? In Episode 4, we’re talking about the changes happening around Augusta—from a new coliseum and downtown redevelopment to plans for the Riverwalk—and why those projects have our attention from a real estate perspective.

What exactly is coming to the Fifth Street Bridge? On this episode of Walk & Talk, Destination Augusta gives us a look at plans for Forge Augusta including a rock wall, zipline, elevated ropes course, and more coming to the bridge.

Could rising oil prices put even more pressure on mortgage rates? In Episode 3 of our Market Update, we look at lessons from the 1980s, today’s housing affordability, and why limited inventory remains one of the biggest issues facing the U.S. housing market heading into 2027.

Buying or selling a home can affect your health insurance more than you might think, especially when you move to a new county or state. Peter Menk from HealthMarkets explains why updating your coverage could even help you save money.

What does the AI boom have to do with your mortgage rate? In Episode 2 of our Market Update, we break down how big tech, data centers, and increased borrowing are putting pressure on interest rates—and why the next 12–24 months could bring major changes for the housing market.

Take a look inside Augusta's first tiny home community designed to support young adults aging out of foster care with housing, counseling, life skills, and workforce training. It's more than a place to live—it's a community built to help them finish strong.

Why are mortgage rates still so high—and what could finally bring them down? In Episode 1 of our Market Update, we break down three major forces affecting rates right now, how housing affordability compares historically, and what the current AI boom could mean for the housing market heading into 2027.

In this episode, Matt Kelly talks with Bernadette Kelliher about Habitat Augusta’s evolving mission, the success of Build the Band, and the importance of creating opportunities for working families to become homeowners. A great conversation about where Augusta is headed next.