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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—June 12, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week The Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate eased 1 basis point this week, to 6.84%, as cooler-than-expected inflation data helped alleviate concerns about a potential reversal in the downward trend of inflation. Last week’s employment report also boosted confidence, with modest job gainsRead …
Ready to unlock the potential of YouTube for your real estate business? In this video, real estate marketing strategist Jaime Resendiz shares his expert tips on how to use YouTube to generate leads and grow your business. Learn how to…
Juana Watkins, Florida Realtors® Vice President of Law and Policy & General Counsel, is hitting the road this summer and she wants to hear from YOU. This is your opportunity to speak directly with Juana and association leadership about what’s…
[Open in App] I’m 39 and Self-Employed—Here’s How I Bought a $600,000 Home in Destin, Florida 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 yourRead …
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Closing deals is crucial, but building a lasting reputation as a trusted local ally is what truly sets top agents apart. Especially in today’s relationship-driven market, success isn’t just about how many ads you run or listings you land. It’s about how deeply you’re woven into the fabric of your community. The good news isRead …
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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What To Do With Your Aging Parent’s House After Assisted Living Move | Rent or Sell? Are you wondering what to do with your aging parent’s house after they move into assisted living? In this video, I share my real-life…
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 …
Florida Realtors® Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor is hitting the road this summer and he wants to hear from YOU. This is your opportunity to speak directly with Brad and association leadership about what’s happening in your local market, share…
For real estate teams and brokerages, a strong culture of mentorship can be the difference between agent turnover and long-term success. Why does mentorship matter now more than ever? Because agents are navigating more complexity than ever before, from shifting market conditions to evolving technology and rising consumer expectations. Whether they’re just starting out orRead …
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