Real Estate News
‘Revenge Saving’ Can Fuel Housing Goals
Experts say today’s “revenge saving” mirrors the extreme budgeting sometimes seen when buyers save for a down payment, as Americans shift from post-pandemic splurging. Read More
RE Q&A: Can HOA Ban Feeding Ducks?
Community associations can prohibit feeding ducks if it leads to pests, messes, or other issues. Their rules often allow limits on wildlife feeding to protect shared spaces. Read More
RE Q&A: Can HOAs Ban Feeding Ducks?
Community associations can prohibit feeding ducks if it leads to pests, messes, or other issues. Their rules often allow limits on wildlife feeding to protect shared spaces. Read More
Why Agents Should Use Facebook Marketplace
Marketplace listings can work for rentals, entry-level homes or luxury properties, with quick responses to messages being key to turning comments into customers. Read More
Would You Let $80 a Month Hold You Back from Buying a Home?
A lot of buyers are stuck in “wait and see” mode right now. Read More
Mortgage Rates: 30-Year Up, 15-Year Down
Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.24% from 6.22% last week, while 15-year rates averaged 5.49%, down from 5.5% last week, Freddie Mac said. Read More
Housing Programs to Resume After Spending Deal
Federal housing programs are resuming after the shutdown ended, restoring FHA, VA, USDA and NFIP activity. Closings may still see delays due to backlogs. Read More
Future of a December Rate Cut Unclear
Inflation, missing economic data and signs that companies plan to raise prices are raising doubts about whether the Fed will move forward December rate cut. Read More
An Open House Playbook That Works
A six-step open house strategy stresses staging, clear signage, warm engagement and prompt follow-up to create meaningful connections and win new customers. Read More