What happened to mortgage rates this week: The Freddie Mac 30-year fixed mortgage rate edged down 3 basis points this week, to 6.23%, as delayed economic data trickles in and a divided Fed leans toward a December cut. After the delayed September jobs report delivered mixed signals, several Fed key officials hinted they would backRead …
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What does the data show? The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index posted a 1.3% annual gain in September, slowing from 1.4% in the prior month and marking the weakest year-over-year performance since mid-2023. The report reflects closings from July through September, a period defined by steady but elevated mortgage rates thatRead …
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Holiday decor is deeply personal. Perhaps you’re a traditionalist and prefer the classic combination of reds, greens, and greenery. Maybe you prefer the maximalism of multi-colored lights and mismatched ornaments. Or maybe your style is neutral and natural. Whatever the case, a well-tied bow is never out of place. And while you could buy yourRead …
Artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere right now, from chatbots to virtual assistants to the tools many agents already use without realizing it. But for busy agents and team leaders, the challenge isn’t knowing AI exists; it’s knowing where to start. Fortunately, you don’t need to be a tech expert to take advantage of it. WithRead …
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Christine Hansen, 2025 NAR First Vice President, at the 2025 Florida Realtors Convention: We ARE the voice for home buyers and sellers — and together, we succeed. #floridarealtors #floridarealestate #realestate #homeownership
November 21, 2025 Overview – 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 November 21, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses the firstjobs reportsince therecord-setting government shutdownandRead …
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Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor quickly unpacks the data. Want more details? Watch the full video.
October 2025 brought some eye-popping numbers to Florida’s housing market — including a 23% jump in new pending sales for single-family homes. But what’s behind that surge? Florida Realtors® Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor explains how falling mortgage rates, stronger…
