Real Estate News
Creating a Peaceful Backyard Retreat
A relaxing backyard space could include water features, shaded spots and multiple gathering spaces. Backyard retreats may boost home value by 3.1%. Read More
Hispanic Homeownership Hits Record High
[[{"value":"In 2024, 9.8M Hispanic households owned homes, but the rate fell as household growth outpaced ownership. NAHREP urges action on affordability and supply. "}]] Read More
Bigger Down Payments Continue in Q4 2024
The typical Q4 down payment was $30,250, slightly below Q3 but $3K higher year-over-year. Higher home prices and rates were keeping down payments elevated. Read More
Why Pre-Approval Is More Important Than Ever This Spring
Spring is here, and so is the busiest season in real estate. More buyers are out looking for homes, which means more competition for you. Read More
New Home Sales Edge Higher in February
Sales of newly built, single-family homes in February increased 1.8% thanks to slightly lower mortgage rates. Inventory was up 7.5% compared to a year earlier. Read More
AccuWeather Predicts Busy Hurricane Season
The weather service forecasts up to six U.S. tropical impacts in 2025, with 13-18 named storms and 3-5 major hurricanes. Read More
From Roommate to Landlord: A Mindset Shift
Many renting out rooms see tenants as roommates, not renters, but embracing the landlord role helps them better manage leases, rent and legal protections. Read More
NAR Adds Flexibility for Sellers
NAR’s new policy lets MLSs set a delay period before sellers and agents market properties publicly through IDX or syndication. Read More
Wooing Home Buyers With Entertainment Spaces
A home made for hosting gatherings may be coveted by many consumers. Show off the possibilities with smart entertainment solutions. Read More