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[Open in App] Is It Worth It: Reupholstering Furniture These days, it’s easy to browse online, order up a sofa, and have it delivered to your door in just a few days. On the other hand, reupholstering a well-loved couch or vintage find is certainly a more sustainable choice and often a more economical choice—especiallyRead …
Every client has a unique personality and communication style, and knowing how to navigate those differences is a critical skill for agents. Misaligned communication can lead to frustration, delays, or even lost deals, while the right approach can build trust quickly and create a smoother experience for everyone involved. That’s why understanding personality types canRead …
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May 9, 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 9, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses theFed meetingand what it meant formortgage rates.Read …
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April 2025 New Residential Construction What happened New residential construction activity slid in April, the first indication of the effects of the current trade war on homebuilding. Permits fell by 4.7% month over month and 3.2% year over year. Starts picked up a bit from a slower March (+1.6%) but are 1.7% below April 2024.Read …
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After years of historically-low housing supply, housing inventory is finally rising across much of the United States. This recent increase has led to modest improvement in affordability in several markets. In fact, in many parts of the South, like Texas, Florida, and Tennessee, inventory has not only recovered but is now higher than it wasRead …
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May 16, 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 16, Realtor.com®Chief Economist Danielle Halediscusses the latest data on small business optimismRead …
Are you a real estate professional? In this video, Pamela Banks, a Realtor® with ReMax Prestige and member of the grievance committee, discusses common Code of Ethics violations and how to avoid them. Learn how to uphold honesty, integrity, and…
The way you show up in tough moments says more about your value as a real estate agent than any glowing review or smooth closing ever could. Delivering bad news is part of the job. Yet, when done with care, clarity, and confidence, it can actually strengthen the relationship, not strain it. Real estate decisionsRead …
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Freddie Mac Mortgage Rates—May 15, 2025 What happened to mortgage rates this week This week, the Freddie Mac 30-year mortgage rate edged 5 basis points higher, to 6.81%, following a rise in the 10-year Treasury yield. This uptick was largely driven by recent U.S. trade agreements with the U.K. and China, which boosted bond yieldsRead …
