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– Inventory rose, but the recovery lost steam. Active listings increased 10% year over year, marking the 27th straight month of gains, but growth has slowed for nine consecutive months. – The nationwide inventory recovery has reversed course after significant progress in 2025. Active listings are now 17.2% below pre-pandemic norms, the widest gap sinceRead …

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Every listing comes with a familiar set of pressure points. You’re expected to price accurately, explain the listing strategy clearly, market the property aggressively, and keep sellers informed, often all at once and usually on a tight timeline. AI can help with the real estate workload, but it’s not a “push of the button andRead …

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What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate edged up by 1 basis point to 6.1% this week as all eyes are on January’s FOMC meeting. While mortgage rates don’t move one-for-one with the Fed funds rate, the Fed’s stance sends important signals to bond markets — especially the 10-yearRead …

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In some corners of the internet (ahem, Facebook), roof raking is suddenly a hot topic. After a massive snowstorm buried homes from New Mexico to New Jersey, homeowners are scrambling to understand what roof raking is and whether it’s worth the effort. Here’s what you need to know: Pretty much what it sounds like. ItRead …

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