FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: I purchased a house with my girlfriend, but because she had better credit, we put it in just her name. Besides splitting the down payment, I’ve been helping pay all the bills, including the mortgage, and I even paid to have the roof repaired. Now, she’s saying it’s her […]
WASHINGTON – “Caveat emptor.” Buyer beware. Property managers who hire contractors and maintenance professionals to work on residential properties (and some commercial properties) built before 1978 should heed this warning, given the recent tightening and enforcement of federal regulations regarding lead-based paint. In January 2025, the Environmental Protection Agency tightened its standards under the […]
WASHINGTON – For the first time in years, the price gap between newly built homes and existing homes is narrower than ever — and in some markets, the typical resale home is actually more expensive than a new build. A mix of builder price cuts, widespread incentives and smaller home sizes has brought new-home […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Nearly 1,000 Realtors® filled the halls and offices of the state Capitol last week for Great American Realtor Days, delivering one of the largest advocacy turnouts in recent years and signaling strong member engagement on 2026 legislative priorities. The three-day GARD event in Tallahassee opened […]
News & Media By Alex Veiga WASHINGTON – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate ticked higher this week but remains near its lowest level in more than three years. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.09% from 6.06% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. One year ago, the rate […]
NEW YORK – We’ve all felt that sinking moment when a familiar hum goes silent: the fridge stops cooling, the washer won’t spin or the oven won’t heat on a busy weeknight. When an appliance quits, the big question follows fast: Do you repair it or replace it? The right answer depends on age, […]
News & Media NEW YORK – In slower housing markets, most listings don’t fail because of marketing missteps, but because unmanaged anxiety begins to shape seller decisions. That emotional response can quickly lead to tense communication, rushed price changes and deals that collapse without anyone clearly naming the underlying issue. Josh Ries, a real […]
CHICAGO – The National Association of Realtors® released its 2025 Annual Report today. The comprehensive report unpacks, for members and stakeholders, the progress already made in 2025 on the 24 initiatives in the 2026-2028 Strategic Plan and transparently outlines the priorities for 2026. “While we have a long way to go in realizing our […]
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s plans for bringing homeownership within reach of more Americans involve pushing for lower interest rates on home loans and credit cards, and banning large institutional investors from buying single-family homes. In his address Wednesday at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, he outlined four policies his administration will […]
WASHINGTON – In recent years, a shortage of vehicles, rising prices and high borrowing costs have made it challenging for some people to purchase a new or used vehicle. Thankfully, the automotive market is shifting in ways that could be beneficial if you’re planning to buy a vehicle in the next few months. The […]
News & Media NEW YORK – Choosing the wrong exterior paint color can negatively affect curb appeal, buyer perception and long-term resale value, according to interior designers who caution against several commonly misused hues. Dark or muddy browns, intense reds or purples, neon shades, certain pastels, cool grays and primary colors often appear harsh […]
NEW YORK — Just weeks into the new year, 2016 is trending. Across social media, people are sharing photos and videos from a decade ago, often captioned with reflections on simpler times. The wave of nostalgia is driven by the idea that “2026 is the new 2016,” with many hoping the current year might […]
