New NAR Guides Protect Buyers, Sellers

New NAR Guides Protect Buyers, Sellers

By Amy Connolly The National Association of Realtors released guides on private mortgage insurance, home selling safety and wire fraud to help homeowners make informed decisions. ORLANDO, Fla. — The National Association of Realtors® released three Consumer Guides to...
Building a Business, Not Just Big Numbers

Building a Business, Not Just Big Numbers

By Jill Butler Volume alone won’t sustain a real estate career. Brokers must guide agents toward financial literacy and lasting profitability. NEW YORK — A few years ago, I sat down with one of our top producers. On paper, she was a superstar – closing more than...
Florida CEOs Project Growth, Optimism Surges

Florida CEOs Project Growth, Optimism Surges

Florida’s top CEOs report higher optimism than national peers in Q3 2025, with stronger hiring and investment outlooks, signaling confidence in Florida’s economy. TAMPA, Fla. — Once again, Florida CEOs appear more optimistic than their national peers, according to the...
Mortgage Rates Tick Up for Second Week

Mortgage Rates Tick Up for Second Week

By Matt Ott The rate on 30-year mortgages rose this week to 6.34% from 6.3% last week, while the 15-year rate rose to 5.55% from 5.49% the previous week WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year U.S. mortgage ticked up for the second straight week following a string...
Good Neighbors Top Priority for Buyers

Good Neighbors Top Priority for Buyers

A quarter of homeowners (25%) have shelled out at least $1,000 dealing with bad neighbors, so good neighbors are a top priority for buyers. ST. LOUIS — Having good neighbors matters as much as price or location when buying a home for 82% of Americans, according to a...