Procrastinating, lacking a plan and tackling too much at once can derail a move. Experts say starting early and decluttering room by room helps reduce stress.
Instagram is prioritizing strong hooks, captions, location tags, smart audio use and Trials, giving agents clearer ways to expand reach and test what works.
A 1991 court ruling allows non-Realtor brokers (Thompson brokers) in Florida, Georgia and Alabama to access MLSs without joining a Realtor association.
The Supreme Court declined to revisit an antitrust challenge involving NAR’s former optional no-commingling policy, leaving lower-court rulings in NAR’s favor intact.
Regret among recent buyers has declined as purchase timelines lengthen, though younger buyers remain more likely to question their home decisions, Realtor.com reports.
Slower winter demand and year-end sales targets often lead builders to offer added incentives, especially on quick move-in homes.
Confidence among builders improved modestly to close the year, with cost pressures and buyer affordability shaping the outlook ahead.
Stabilizing mortgage rates, cautious builder optimism and easing price growth are creating clearer signals for buyers looking ahead to 2026.
Lower rates are tempting, but experts say aggressive pitches, upfront fees and “too good to be true” promises should raise concern.
Designers say some homeowners are rethinking open floor plans, with growing interest in defined rooms that offer more privacy, comfort and architectural detail.
