12 Real Estate Myths That Might Surprise You

12 Real Estate Myths That Might Surprise You

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Experts say RE myths, like needing a 20% down payment or assuming renting beats buying, aren’t true and are leaving potential buyers confused. CHICAGO – Housing myths may leave you confused about what’s really happening in the real estate...
Signs It’s Time to Replace Gutters

Signs It’s Time to Replace Gutters

Gutters protect the roof and home. Cracks, rust, pulling away, pooling water or water damage inside the home are signs it’s time to replace them. ORLANDO, Fla. – Home improvement projects run the gamut from complex undertakings like room additions to simpler...
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level Since October

Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level Since October

By Alex Veiga The average rate on a 30-year mortgage fell to 6.26% from 6.35% last week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages slipped to 5.41% from 5.5%. WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage fell again this week, echoing a decline in...
Fed Cut May Slowly Ease Mortgage Costs

Fed Cut May Slowly Ease Mortgage Costs

Mortgage rates have already dipped in anticipation of the Fed’s first rate cut since December. Further declines are expected to unfold over time. NEW YORK — The Federal Reserve cut its benchmark interest rate Wednesday for the first time in nine months. Since the last...
NAR: Realtors Embrace AI, Digital Tools

NAR: Realtors Embrace AI, Digital Tools

AI and digital tools like eSignature, social media and drones are increasingly used in real estate, with clients responding positively, NAR finds. WASHINGTON — Agents who are Realtors® are leaning into artificial intelligence while continuing to rely on digital tools...