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From traffic to trust, Realtor.com is gaining momentum in a crowded field. We’re closing the gap with Zillow and pulling further ahead of Redfin and Homes.com—on visits, engagement, and search visibility. Powered by product innovation and a smarter marketing strategy, we’re winning where it matters most: helping more people find their way home. Realtor.com byRead …

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Ever notice how certain home trends seem to be everywhere—social media, celebrity homes, your neighbors’ homes—all at once? We noticed it a few years back with black window frames and now we’re seeing it again with glass garage doors. The sleek, industrial look is definitely a statement—but is it the right one for your home?Read …

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If you’ve just moved, you may be feeling that fresh-start energy that comes from beginning again somewhere new. Or you may be feeling completely overwhelmed by all the decluttering, organizing, and cleaning that needs to get done. Either way, all homeowners need a few essential cleaning supplies to take care of your new space—so itRead …

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What the March pending home sales data shows Pending home sales jumped 6.1% in March amid a slight retreat in mortgage rates from the first two months of 2025. Though the improvement from February is significant, pending home sales still trail last March by 0.6%. Currently, buyers are still afflicted with mortgage rates in theRead …

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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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Spring is a season of fresh starts, making it the perfect time to reconnect with leads who have gone quiet. Whether they were once eager buyers waiting for the right moment or sellers hesitant to list, a well-timed email can remind them of the opportunities available in the real estate market. As the market gainsRead …

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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—April 24, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac rate on a 30-year mortgage remained elevated this week, easing just 2 basis points to 6.81% as recent volatility continued to trickle through the market. The 10-year treasury yield saw considerable movement over the last week as markets reactedRead …

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Thinking about buying a home, but not sure how to afford it? Welcome to the Down Payment Diaries, where real people spill about how they saved and splurged on their path to homeownership. If you’d like to submit your own Down Payment Diary, please fill out the form here. Today, a couple relocates from CaliforniaRead …

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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—April 10, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac rate for a 30-year loan moved mostly sideways this week, dropping just 2 basis points, to 6.62%, as markets reacted to the ever-changing news around tariffs. The 10-year Treasury dipped below 4% last week as investors fled the stockRead …

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