May 2025

3 Experts Agreed: Siding Replacement Is Always Worth It

3 Experts Agreed: Siding Replacement Is Always Worth It

[Open in App] 3 Experts Agreed: Siding Replacement Is Always Worth It—Here’s What You Need to Know When it comes to home renovation, don’t overlook the importance (and high return on investment) of increased curb appeal. According to the 2024 Cost vs. Value Report from the JLC Group, exterior improvement projects like replacing your garageRead …

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May 30, 2025 Economic and Housing Market Update

May 30, 2025 Economic and Housing Market Update

May 30, 2025 – The Realtor.com® economics teamvideoupdategives you the relevant economic and real estate information you need to know each week every Friday to navigate the housing market as a homebuyer, home seller, or industry professional. – For the week ending May 30, Realtor.com®Senior Economic Research Analyst Hannah Jonesdiscusses the latest data onpending homeRead …

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Most Americans Are Still Feel Locked In by Their Current Mortgage Rate, Looking for Rates Below 4%

Most Americans Are Still Feel Locked In by Their Current Mortgage Rate, Looking for Rates Below 4%

Stubbornly-high mortgage rates, elevated home prices and heightened economic uncertainty have sidelined many potential homebuyers. However, a new survey from Realtor.com revealed that Millennials are planning to forge ahead amid these market headwinds. Nearly 1 in 4 millennial respondents indicated that they plan to buy a home in the next 6 months, up from justRead …

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Understanding the New Construction Buying Process: A Guide for Builders and Real Estate Agents

Understanding the New Construction Buying Process: A Guide for Builders and Real Estate Agents

In recent years, low housing inventory has made new construction an increasingly attractive and often necessary option for homebuyers. With limited resale options, more people are turning to new builds, not just for the promise of modern living but also for the chance to customize their future homes. This rising demand has brought builders andRead …

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Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.89%, Their Highest Level Since February 2025

Mortgage Rates Rise to 6.89%, Their Highest Level Since February 2025

Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—May 29, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate rose 3 basis points, to 6.89% this week, the highest level since Feb. 6, 2025. The increase tracks modest gains in the 10-year Treasury yield and comes amid President Donald Trump’s calls to end the federalRead …

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Weekly Housing Trends View-Data for Week Ending May 24, 2025

Weekly Housing Trends View-Data for Week Ending May 24, 2025

Our research team releases monthly housing trends reports. These regular reports break down inventory metrics like the number of active listings and the pace of the market. In addition, we continue to give readers more timely weekly updates, an effort that began in response to the rapid changes in the economy and housing. Generally, youRead …

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12 must-have touchpoints for your real estate CRM

12 must-have touchpoints for your real estate CRM

Every successful real estate agent knows that consistent communication is key to building and maintaining client relationships. A well-organized CRM (Customer Relationship Management) system helps ensure you never miss an important touchpoint. These moments of connection help you stay top-of-mind, build trust, and deliver excellent service throughout the client journey. From the first interaction toRead …

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