May 2, 2025 – 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 May 2, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses latest data oneconomic growthandconsumer confidence. She alsoRead …
Ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to follow up with every lead, check in with past clients, and still keep your business moving? You’re not alone. The good news? You don’t have to do it all manually. Automated emails are like your personal assistant, working behind the scenes 24/7 toRead …
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Open houses are one of the most effective ways to showcase a listing, generate interest, and connect with potential buyers in person. But getting people to show up can be a challenge even with the perfect home in the perfect location. A well-crafted email strategy can make all the difference. Instead of sending a singleRead …
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Email marketing is one of the most effective ways for real estate agents to connect with clients, nurture leads, and stay top-of-mind. But how do you know if your emails are actually working? Tracking key email marketing metrics reveals what’s working and what isn’t, helping you refine your strategy. Are your subject lines grabbing attention?Read …
Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—May 1, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac rate on a 30-year mortgage ticked lower this week, easing 5 basis points, to 6.76%. This marks the second consecutive week of modest declines, but rates still remain stubbornly elevated. Rates at the beginning of May are notably higherRead …
As affordability challenges deepen and the national housing supply gap nears 4 million homes, builders and real estate professionals are feeling the pressure to step up. But here’s the truth: not all states are making it easy. Realtor.com’s new Affordability and Homebuilding: State-by-State Report Cards ranks all 50 states and D.C. on how well they’reRead …
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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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– The inventory of homes for sale rose 30.6% year-over-year, marking the 18th consecutive month of inventory growth. Inventory surpassed April 2020 levels–hitting a new post-pandemic high. – The total number of unsold homes, including those under contract, was up 19.8% compared to last year. – Pending home sales- homes under contract- fell 3.2% comparedRead …
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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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Tax refund burning a hole in your pocket? Wondering how to spend your windfall on home and decor upgrades? We tapped three designers (including me!), to share how they’d spend $250, $500 or $1,000. From sprucing up your table linens to splurging on luxury details, here’s what the pros recommend. If you have $250 toRead …
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