by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | General News
The average 30-year rate fell to 6.01% and the 15-year to 5.35%. Lower borrowing costs may draw buyers back, steady sellers and boost activity for agents this spring. WASHINGTON – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate slipped this week to its lowest level in more...
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | General News
Pending sales declined in the South month over month but rose year over year, signaling uneven momentum across Florida markets. WASHINGTON – Pending home sales in January decreased by 0.8% from the prior month and 0.4% year-over-year, according to the National...
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | General News
Helping someone reach a major milestone can create financial ties that last longer than expected. Make sure co-signers understand what that could mean. NEW YORK – A helping hand every now and again is vital as people pursue a wide range of goals. Financial assistance...
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | General News
Spending on home upgrades remains strong, but growth is slowing. For agents, the shift could influence seller prep, buyer expectations and pricing conversations. NEW YORK – U.S. homeowners are still investing in renovations, but remodeling growth is expected to slow...
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | General News
By Shannon Allen The Code of Ethics and Arbitration Manual (Manual) doesn’t list mother-in-law as a relationship that Realtors must disclose. Yet, after my mother-in-law submitted the highest offer on a property and it was accepted, the seller later filed an ethics...
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | General News
After years of rapid gains, analysts say changing supply and demand trends could usher in a more balanced housing market in the coming year. WASHINGTON — U.S. home prices are expected to remain flat in 2026 as modest shifts in supply and demand offset each other,...
