Real Estate News
Home Repair Program Opens for Storm Victims
Homeowners affected by Hurricanes Debby, Helene, Idalia, Milton or the May 2024 tornadoes can apply for funding to repair, replace or rebuild damaged homes. Read More
Spotting the Signs of AI Writing
AI-generated content often has a formal tone, repetitive phrasing and symmetrical structure. Always use a human editor to refine AI writing. Read More
Citizens Policy Count Stable
Citizens Property Insurance Corp. ended last week with about 769,000 policies, showing little change as private insurers continue assuming policies. Read More
Don’t Let Unrealistic Pricing Cost You Your Move
These days, you’re going to want to get your price right when you get ready to sell your house. Read More
Mortgage Rates Ease to Yearly Low
Rates on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.3% from 6.34% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages dropped to 5.53% from 5.55% last week. Read More
Most Americans Use AI for Housing Market Info
A new survey found 82% of Americans use AI like ChatGPT and Gemini for housing insights, but agents remain the most trusted information source. Read More
Most Fed Officials Supported Rate Cuts
Fed minutes show most officials backed a September rate cut, noting rising unemployment risks and easing inflation, a move that could gradually lower mortgage rates. Read More
Remodeling Market Sentiment Improves in Q3
U.S. remodelers remain optimistic as the market stays positive, though growth is moderating amid high costs and cautious customer demand. Read More
American Ranch House Makes a Comeback
Ranch homes are rising in popularity, up 44.7% in six years, as buyers seek single-level layouts, modern updates and enduring resale value. Read More
