- Delistings jumped nearly 38% as more owners stepped back nationwide, while buyers turned to affordable “refuge markets,” Realtor.com reported.
- Pantone’s ‘Cloud Dancer’ is a soft white that can brighten rooms, add calm and give interiors a lighter, refreshed feel for home staging.
- When refinancing, lenders want to hear your goals clearly. Be ready to explain whether you want lower payments, cash out or a new loan type.
- The latest outlook shows strong expectations for a quarter-point cut as the Fed reviews easing inflation and softer spending ahead of Wednesday’s decision.
- A look back at 2025 market conditions and consumer trends helps agents identify what worked, what didn’t and how to approach their 2026 business plans.
- RISMedia featured Florida Realtors for developing major real estate tech, with 2025 President Tim Weisheyer calling the group a “quiet giant” in industry innovation.
- Consumer sentiment improved modestly this month as inflation worries eased, but the outlook remains muted, according to the University of Michigan’s latest survey.
- When moving for work, renting offers time to explore a new community, while buying provides long-term stability. Research local markets before choosing a location.
- Spotting layout imbalances, harsh lighting, bare walls, low ceilings and clutter can help real estate pros stage rooms that feel cohesive, inviting and memorable.
- A brand audit helps agents spot gaps between their online presence and real-world service, ensuring their message, visuals and customer experience stay aligned.
- Rates on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.19% from 6.23% last week, close to its lowest point this year. Borrowing costs on 15-year loans averaged 5.44%.
- Gov. DeSantis announced 53 new projects to improve water quality, strengthen water supplies and expand the technology to detect and reduce harmful algal blooms.
- National data shows record price cuts and the highest delisting rate since 2017 as affordability, flat job growth and weak demand keep the housing market sluggish.
- Commercial customers are prioritizing efficiency and air quality, while more owners are repurposing buildings to cut costs and add value, NAR found.
