News & Media By Christopher Rugaber WASHINGTON — Most members of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate setting committee supported further reductions to its key interest rate this year, according to minutes from last month’s meeting released Wednesday. A majority of Fed officials felt that the risk unemployment would rise had worsened since their previous meeting […]
News & Media By Alex Veiga WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage edged lower this week, returning to its lowest level in about a year. The average long-term mortgage rate slipped to 6.3% from 6.34% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. A year ago, the rate averaged 6.32%. […]
News & Media NEW YORK — Once dismissed as uninspired “boxes made of ticky-tacky,” the post-World War II ranch home is seeing renewed demand as buyers rediscover its comfort, simplicity and accessibility. Ranch-style houses have appreciated 44.7% over the past six years, outpacing every other home type and now representing more than a third […]
WASHINGTON — The U.S. remodeling market remains solidly positive, though growth is moderating, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index. The third-quarter RMI posted a reading of 60, up slightly from last quarter, signaling that more remodelers see conditions as good than poor, despite challenges from high material and […]
The generation born between 1997 and 2012 is focused on buying homes in smaller, more affordable cities that prioritize walkability and community.
Younger real estate leaders are embracing social media, lifestyle design and sustainability to meet evolving buyer expectations and modernize the industry.
The Fed’s rate cut is expected to lift commercial real estate, paving the way for more office-to-apartment conversions, new lending and additional sales.
A new survey finds buyers are prioritizing wellness, flexibility and community over square footage, embracing smaller homes with modern, eco-friendly features.
Upgrading outdoor spaces with comfy seating, lighting and indoor-outdoor flow boosts enjoyment and resale value, making homes more sale-ready.
A strong, consistent brand helps small businesses stand out, build trust and turn every customer interaction into loyalty and long-term growth.
A Realtor.com analysis shows cash buyers thriving at the high and low ends of the market as financed buyers remain concentrated in the middle.
Pet-friendly features like dog parks, grooming stations and nearby vets are winning over Florida buyers. Agents can highlight communities for both people and pets.
