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July 2025 New Residential Construction What happened New residential construction activity provided mixed signals in July, with starts rising on both a month-over-month and year-over-year basis, but permits and completions falling compared to last year at this time. Homebuilding has been relatively slow this year, as concerns surrounding tariffs combined with depressed buyer demand hasRead …

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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—Aug. 14, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell by 5 basis points to 6.58% this week despite concerns about inflation data not showing the price moderation many had hoped for. This is the lowest readout of the Freddie Mac rate since October.Read …

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[Open in App] Ruggable Review: Is the Internet-Famous Washable Rug Worth It? Washable rugs promise style without stress, good design without dry-clean-only care instructions. And perhaps no brand epitomizes the washable floor decor trend more than Ruggable. But does the internet-famous rug actually deliver? We asked three Ruggable owners at Realtor.com (myself included) to shareRead …

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Welcome to this weekly housing trends update, where we bring you the latest snapshot of inventory trends, listing activity, and buyer-seller dynamics across the U.S. housing market. In addition to our monthly housing trends reports, which offer deeper insights into long-term patterns, we publish these weekly updates to provide more timely views into market changes.Read …

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Leadership in real estate isn’t just about motivating your agents to close more deals. It’s about creating a culture of trust, driving clarity during uncertain times, and helping your team grow into the best version of themselves. Whether you lead a small team or a multi-office brokerage, sharpening your leadership skills is essential for long-termRead …

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