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Color of the Year season kicked off earlier than ever, with Behr rolling out its pick at the end of July. Since then, we’ve started seeing other paint companies predicting the hottest hues for 2026. From retro greens and a daring warm rust tone to the perfect buttery shade of ivory, below are all theRead …

Color of the Year 2026 Is Here: All the Ones Released So Far Read More »

The Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index fell slightly in August, from 71.8 to 71.4, as concerns mount about selling conditions, the likelihood of home prices increasing, and personal financial situations. Perceptions around buying improved month over month, with 28% of respondents saying now is a good time to buy, up from 23% in July.Read …

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What were the employment trends in August 2025? The August jobs report showed meager job growth of 22,000 with the unemployment rate edging up to 4.3% from the 4.2% reported in July. The pace fell well below the prior 12 months, when 128,000 jobs were added. Earnings growth also ebbed, slowing to 3.7%. Health careRead …

August Jobs Report: Unemployment Ticks up to 4.3% Read More »

If your home’s internet connection is coming up short, you’ve probably thought about upgrading your setup. But, when it comes to the question of mesh Wi-Fi vs. Wi-Fi extender, which solution is right for your home? Here’s what you need to know to make the right decision: A Wi-Fi extender (also known as a rangeRead …

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September 5, 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 September 5, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halecovers this week’slabor market readingand discusses whatRead …

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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—Sept. 4, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell 6 basis points to 6.5% this week, registering a new 11-month low. After a long weekend and a slow week for economic releases, the market is preparing for Friday’s employment data. Historically, a weakerRead …

Mortgage Rates Fall to 6.5% Ahead of Key Jobs Report Read More »

Welcome to this weekly housing trends update, where we bring you the latest snapshot of inventory trends, listing activity, and buyer-seller dynamics across the U.S. housing market. In addition to our monthly housing trends reports, which offer deeper insights into long-term patterns, we publish these weekly updates to provide more timely views into market changes.Read …

Weekly Housing Trends: Latest Data as of Aug. 30 Read More »

When clients and prospects expect a polished, consistent experience from the first Instagram post to the final handshake, a unified brand isn’t optional; it’s essential. But when your team includes dozens, or even hundreds, of agents, each with their voice, style, and niche, maintaining consistency can feel like herding cats. Fortunately, you don’t have toRead …

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