Rental listing scams are rising, with hijacked and phantom posts using real agents’ photos and identities. Protect yourself by learning the risks.
Real estate pros who understand the basics of the mortgage interest rate deduction can help customers make choices that align with their financial goals.
A long-standing fence dispute could raise issues for sellers. An expert says confirm the survey, explore agreements, consider legal options and disclose to buyers.
Adults age 23 to 28 are outpacing earlier generations by using incentives, builder deals, family help and affordable markets to purchase homes sooner than expected.
Podcasting can help real estate pros broaden their brand. Clear audiences, consistent formats and strong promotion drive growth and exposure.
NAR is launching short trademark-education videos to help members and associations use the Realtor marks correctly and preserve the brand’s legal strength.
Only 8% of recent buyers feel they overpaid, down from 15% in 2023. Realtor.com said today’s slower market is giving shoppers more time to make deliberate decisions.
Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.26% from 6.24% last week, while borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages averaged 5.54%, up from 5.49% last week.
Buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates, lifting sales and pushing prices higher for the 28th straight month as supply edged down.
With more Americans planning to age in place, demand is rising for warm, unobtrusive accessibility upgrades. Buyers increasingly want stylish, age-ready home features.
