Real Estate News
Should You Become a Mortgage Broker?
Wearing two hats isn’t for everyone—but, for some, dual licensing offers an opportunity to earn extra income and bring more value to your relationship with buyers. Read More
Why Did More People Decide To Sell Their Homes Recently?
Homeowners typically slow down their moving plans as the summer months wrap up, and as a result, fewer homes are listed for sale in the fall. Read More
SBA Encourages Disaster Loan Applications
The SBA said disaster survivors should not wait to settle with insurance companies before applying for disaster loans. Also, Milton, Helene insurance claims increased. Read More
Average Mortgage Rates Increase
Rates on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.44% from 6.32% last week, according to Freddie Mac. Rates on 15-year mortgages rose to 5.63% from 5.41%. Read More
Seller Profit Margins Drop Slightly Across U.S.
Returns on typical U.S. home sales remain high but dipped down quarterly and annually, ATTOM found. Median raw profits hold steady at just under $130,000. Read More
Report: August National Rent Growth Slow, Steady
U.S. single-family rent prices were up by 2.4% year over year in August, the lowest rate of growth recorded since last fall, CoreLogic reported. Read More
Helene and Milton Among Costliest Hurricanes
Hurricanes Helene and Milton are expected to rank among the most expensive storms, but insured losses are expected to be lower than previous storms. Read More
Listing Agreement Questions? NAR Has Answers
NAR released a new Consumer Guide focused on listing agreements to educate customers working with real estate professionals. Read More
The Benefits of Using Your Equity To Make a Bigger Down Payment
Did you know? Homeowners are often able to put more money down when they buy their next home. Read More