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In today’s housing market, the words “new construction” are frequently used. But when you look closer, it’s clear: new construction is not one-size-fits-all. From small starter homes to luxury custom builds, from 55+ communities to build-to-rent neighborhoods, new construction means very different things to different buyers. That diversity, often overlooked, could be key to addressingRead …

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June 20, 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 June 20, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses theJune Fed meeting. She also reviewsRead …

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[Open in App] What You Need to Know Before Buying a Historic Fixer Upper, According to The Brownstone Boys Barry Bordelon and Jordan Slocum, a.k.a. the Brownstone Boys, have been friends of Living since our beginning, dishing out advice on how to style your mantel to how much to spend on a sofa. Of courseRead …

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Highlights May 2025 rental trends – May 2025 marks the 22nd straight month of year-over-year rent decline for 0-2 bedroom properties observed since trend data began in 2020. Asking rents dipped by $29, or -1.7%, year over year. – The median asking rent in the 50 largest metros registered at $1,705, up by $5 fromRead …

May 2025 Rental Report: Rents Continue To Decline Read More »

[Open in App] I Have 5 Kids—This Is Exactly How I Store All of Their Outdoor Toys Summer is here and along with all the summer fun comes a lot of summer stuff, from sidewalk chalk to laser tag guns. We’re talking goggles, floats, and noodles; scooters and helmets; soccer balls, baseball bats, and allRead …

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If you’ve just relocated or are expanding your territory, starting fresh in a new market can feel a lot like hitting the reset button on your real estate career. Even with years of experience and a proven track record, the lack of local recognition and relationships can make it tough to gain momentum. Clients tendRead …

Breaking into a new market: a real estate agent’s guide to growing your network fast Read More »

Shaken by tariffs and economic turbulence in the early months of the year, consumers are now beginning to regain their footing and show renewed confidence in the housing market. In May, the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index ticked up from 69.2 to 73.5, hitting the highest level seen in 2025. Five of the sixRead …

Home Purchase Sentiment Climbs to 2025 High Read More »

Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—June 5, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate dropped 4 basis points, to 6.85%, this week, mirroring the trend in 10-year Treasury yields. When the Federal Reserve began its first rate cut in September 2024, people expected a corresponding drop in mortgage rates. HoweverRead …

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As a real estate agent, you already know how important it is to stay connected to your community, but with everything on your plate, it’s not always easy to keep that connection going year-round. That’s where seasonal engagement can be a smart, time-saving strategy. When you align your outreach with what’s already happening in yourRead …

The ultimate list of seasonal ways to engage with your community all year long Read More »

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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