​Careful planning, clear communication and realistic expectations can help homeowners avoid stress, safety issues and costly surprises during a remodel. 

​Buyers and sellers are more informed now. Today’s agents must pair market insight, storytelling and strategy to deliver value that stands out across markets 

​Falling rates, higher inventory and motivated sellers make late 2025 one of the best times for buyers to secure favorable deals before spring prices rise. 

​More than 600 agents described how the federal shutdown has delayed loans, halted flood insurance renewals and stalled home sales nationwide. 

​Design experts say classic materials, balanced layouts and elegant lighting choices can elevate kitchen appeal and boost resale value. 

​NAR research also shows the typical first-time buyer is now 40, repeat buyers average 62 and 88% of all buyers used an agent or broker. 

​Slide Insurance will pay a $250K fine after regulators said it used adjusters not properly appointed and failed to include required disclosures after two major storms. 

​Even in a tech-driven market, referrals, integrity and consistent follow-up keep agents thriving. Experts say blending tradition with tech drives success. 

​ WASHINGTON — The share of first-time home buyers dropped to a record low of 21%, while the typical age of first-time buyers climbed to an all-time high of 40 years, according to the National Association of Realtors®’ 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers. This annual survey of recent home buyers and sellers covers […]

​ News & Media NEW YORK — Design features that promote wellness and accessibility may help people live longer while boosting property values, experts say. Experts across real estate, architecture and the health sciences say homes built for balance, safety and connection are increasingly in demand. Elicia Ratajczyk, a research scientist with Colorado State University’s […]

​ News & Media NEW YORK — The modern real estate market has led millions of aspiring home buyers to reconsider their approach to buying a home. Low inventory has led to high home prices. When paired with mortgage interest rates that have remained north of 6% for years, the high sticker price of homes […]

​ News & Media ORLANDO, Fla. — After days of heavy rain triggered flash floods, flooded homes and sinkholes across northern Brevard and Lake counties, the Florida Realtors®’ Disaster Relief Fund (DRF) has opened to help recovery from the damage. Realtors®, their employees, local associations and staff impacted by the rainfall in Brevard and Laker […]