Homeowners can quickly boost curb appeal by painting the front door, adding lighting and plants, and keeping the exterior clean and cohesive.
Mortgage rates and affordability continue to challenge the housing market, keeping buyers hesitant and new-home sales sluggish despite builder incentives.
Industry leaders say the high-end market, particularly for homes priced above $10M, is continuing to gain strength, with all-cash deals the norm.
While existing-home sales dipped 2.7% nationally in June, median prices hit a record $435,300, reflecting continued equity growth for homeowners.
Home inspections can rattle buyers, but most issues are minor or fixable. A calm, informed agent can help keep deals from falling apart.
Nonbank lenders are playing a bigger role in commercial property finance, offering flexibility but raising concerns about default and risk.
Agents should focus on consumer-centered posts, avoid politics, engage followers and mix personal with real estate content to build trust.
Affordability headwinds persist as the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage rises again, yet the stream of mortgage applicants remains stronger than in 2024.
Build neighborhood fame to become a reliable and authentic connection — and dominate your niche community.
In a quest to make her property listings stand out from the ChatGPT crowd, one Realtor® built her own AI tool —and is saving 30-40 hours a week on writing social media posts and listings.
