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 shares how theyRead …
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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 single mother of fourRead …
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Growing a real estate team isn’t just about adding agents to your roster. It’s about redefining what success looks like. For many top-producing solo agents, the transition to leadership is one of the most significant and challenging career moves. Instead of focusing on your own transactions, you’ll be measured by your team’s results. That meansRead …
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[Open in App] Is an Above-Ground Pool a Solid Investment for Your Home? A Realtor® & Pool Expert Answer While the sun has set on installing an in-ground pool before the chill sets in, an above-ground pool could still be an option. In fact, you could have a pre-fab pool delivered and installed in aRead …
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When it comes to real estate lead generation, the journey from lead to closed deal is rarely a straight line. It’s easy to become discouraged by challenges such as seemingly low-value leads or non-responsive leads. However, true success in lead conversion isn’t about avoiding these obstacles—it’s about building the confidence and strategic framework to overcomeRead …
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In the competitive world of real estate, a successful business hinges on an effective lead strategy. However, not all leads are created equal, and understanding the fundamental differences between shared and non-shared leads is crucial for optimizing your efforts and maximizing your return on investment. The right approach isn’t about one type of lead beingRead …
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July’s readout of the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index showed a slight improvement over the pessimism shown in June. The overall index ticked up from 69.8 to 71.8 as responses to the survey’s questions about economic conditions improved. At the same time, though, survey respondents had the most negative reactions to being asked ifRead …
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Mortgage rates this week for a 30-year fixed loan decreased to 6.74%, down from 6.75% last week. So what impact does this have on your monthly mortgage payment? And what does this mean for homebuyers? Mortgage rates this week for a 30-year fixed loan decreased to 6.74%, down from 6.75% last week. So what impactRead …
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August 1, 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 August 1, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halecovers the marquis economic indicators including thejobsRead …
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