Real Estate News
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level Since October
The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.26% from 6.35% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages slipped to 5.41% from 5.5%. Read More
Insurers Get OK for Citizens Policies
Ten insurers have been approved to assume up to 254,811 policies from Citizens under the depopulation program, aimed at shrinking the insurer of last resort. Read More
NAR: Realtors Embrace AI, Digital Tools
AI and digital tools like eSignature, social media and drones are increasingly used in real estate, with clients responding positively, NAR finds. Read More
Fed Cut May Slowly Ease Mortgage Costs
Mortgage rates have already dipped in anticipation of the Fed’s first rate cut since December. Further declines are expected to unfold over time. Read More
Inside the World of Smart Home Devices
Smart thermostats, appliances, lighting, and digital assistants make home automation easy, letting you control temperature, lights, and more remotely. Read More
Why Now May Be a Key 2025 Moment To Sell Your House
Mortgage rates are finally heading in the right direction – and buyers are starting to jump back in. Read More
Fed Cuts Rates, Signals Two More in 2025
The Federal Reserve cut its key rate to 4.1% and projected two more cuts this year as job growth slows and unemployment ticks higher. Read More
August Housing Starts Slip Amid Cost Challenges
U.S. housing starts fell 8.5% as affordability slowed single-family construction, but lower interest rates may boost future building. Read More
Florida Buyers See Late-Fall Advantage
Realtor.com’s report shows the U.S. market peaks Oct. 12–18 for buyers, while Florida’s best deals arrive late Oct.–Dec. with more listings and lower prices. Read More