News & Media NEW YORK — Real estate professionals often rely on generic listings, stale ads and other traditional marketing strategies to cultivate leads they will try to convert. Buyers and sellers, however, now expect instant engagement and personalized communications. Embracing advanced marketing strategies can provide real estate teams with a competitive edge in […]
News & Media By Amy Connolly ORLANDO, Fla. — Homebuyers looking to customize their space and incorporate modern features are turning to new construction homes but may not know where to start. Realtors can help guide these buyers through the process, from finding the right plot of land to understanding the steps to bringing […]
News & Media By Alex Veiga WASHINGTON – The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. climbed to its highest level in eight weeks, a setback for home shoppers in the midst of the spring homebuying season. The rate rose to 6.83% from 6.62% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said Thursday. […]
NEW YORK — “How much can I afford to pay for a house?” It’s a question all hopeful homebuyers ask themselves. Coming up with a monthly payment that works for you might be easy – simply subtract your monthly expenses from your gross monthly income. Unfortunately, that number might not align with the amount […]
News & Media WASHINGTON — Following national home price growth of 5.8% in 2024, a panel of more than 100 housing experts forecasts home price growth to average 3.4% in 2025 and 3.3% in 2026, according to the Q1 2025 Fannie Mae Home Price Expectations Survey (HPES), produced in partnership with Pulsenomics, LLC. The […]
News & Media NEW YORK — Realtor.com found that in 2024’s fourth quarter, the total value of private real estate reached $48.1 trillion, a 7% increase from the previous year and nearly double the value since 2016, according to Federal Reserve data. Homeowner equity reached $34.7 trillion by the end of last year, a […]
WASHINGTON — Constrained housing affordability conditions due to elevated interest rates, rising construction costs and labor shortages led to a reduction in housing production in March. Overall housing starts decreased 11.4% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.32 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and […]
NEW YORK — A staggering 45% of small business owners don’t know they have a business credit score, according to the Native American Dream Gap survey. Even more surprising — this number could be silently impacting your business right now, affecting everything from your loan terms to your relationships with suppliers. Most business owners […]
WASHINGTON – Growing economic uncertainty stemming from tariff concerns and elevated building material costs kept builder sentiment in negative territory in April, despite a modest bump in confidence likely due to a slight retreat in mortgage interest rates in recent weeks. Builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes was 40 in […]
NEW YORK – The rise of “homemade” or do-it-yourself pest control remedies has prompted many individuals to experiment with natural solutions in an effort to avoid harsh chemicals and save on costs. But before using or making your own pesticides, it’s essential to understand their potential risks, legal implications, and effectiveness. Here’s a look […]
NEW YORK – A staggering 45% of small business owners don’t know they have a business credit score, according to the Native American Dream Gap survey. Even more surprising — this number could be silently impacting your business right now, affecting everything from your loan terms to your relationships with suppliers. Most business owners […]
NEW YORK — As I chat with my Lyft drivers, the conversation often turns toward rent: It’s too high. A lot of drivers want to stop renting. They wonder if there’s a way to buy a home. It’s possible to get a mortgage when you earn money in the digital gig economy as a […]