May 2025

Realtor.com Site Visitor Survey 2025Q1: Concerns on Recession are Rising

Realtor.com Site Visitor Survey 2025Q1: Concerns on Recession are Rising

Highlights – In Q1 2025, 63.4% of U.S. homebuyers expected a recession within a year—marking the third-highest level of concern since 2019, following the onset of the pandemic and the Fed’s aggressive rate hikes in 2022–2023. – An economic downturn isn’t necessarily bad news for buyers. Three in ten (29.8%) of surveyed buyers indicated thatRead …

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How understanding personality types builds trust and referrals

How understanding personality types builds trust and referrals

Every client has a unique personality and communication style, and knowing how to navigate those differences is a critical skill for agents. Misaligned communication can lead to frustration, delays, or even lost deals, while the right approach can build trust quickly and create a smoother experience for everyone involved. That’s why understanding personality types canRead …

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May 9, 2025 Economic and Housing Market Update

May 9, 2025 Economic and Housing Market Update

May 9, 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 9, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses theFed meetingand what it meant formortgage rates.Read …

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May 2025

May 2025

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Tariffs Suppress New Construction in April, but Multifamily Projects Outperform

Tariffs Suppress New Construction in April, but Multifamily Projects Outperform

April 2025 New Residential Construction What happened New residential construction activity slid in April, the first indication of the effects of the current trade war on homebuilding. Permits fell by 4.7% month over month and 3.2% year over year. Starts picked up a bit from a slower March (+1.6%) but are 1.7% below April 2024.Read …

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