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June 6, 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 June 6, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses the latest data on thelabor market. SheRead …
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 …
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 …
Weekly Housing Trends View-Data for Week Ending May 31, 2025 Read More »
– The inventory of homes for sale rose 31.5% year-over-year, marking the 19th consecutive month of year-over-year inventory growth. May 2025 inventory hit a new post-pandemic high, but remains about 14% below pre-pandemic levels. – The total number of unsold homes, including those under contract, was up 20.8% compared to last year. – Pending homeRead …
May 2025 Housing Market Trends Report-Realtor.com Research Read More »
That local insight you’ve picked up from years of living, working, and connecting in your community? It’s more than helpful. It’s your secret weapon. Unlock more leads with what you already know and turn local expertise into powerful client magnets. The trails you walk, the cafés you frequent, and the school drop-off lines you sitRead …
Turning your neighborhood knowledge into a real estate lead magnet Read More »
Lisa Ryan, Chief Appreciation Strategist and founder of Grategy, shares how real estate professionals can build a success mindset through the power of gratitude. Drawing from her own transformative experience and years in sales, Lisa highlights simple yet powerful practices…
[Open in App] I’m 43, and I Borrowed Against My 401(k) to Buy the Connecticut House I’ll Retire in 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 likeRead …
I’m 43, and I Borrowed Against My 401(k) to Buy the Connecticut House I’ll Retire in Read More »
While marketing funnels and lead generation tools have their place, the agents who build successful, lasting careers often have one thing in common: strong, consistent networks. But here’s the twist: many of the best opportunities to connect with buyers, sellers, and referral partners don’t look like traditional networking at all. In the day-to-day hustle, it’sRead …
Often-overlooked networking opportunities every real estate agent should know Read More »
Homeownership has long been considered a cornerstone of financial stability—but in today’s housing market, that assumption is under pressure. Mortgage rates remain stubborn, home prices are high, and affordability is still out of reach for many. It’s no wonder more people are wondering: Should I rent instead? The best answer isn’t one-size-fits-all.Read More
