What Buyers Should Know About Home Inspections

What Buyers Should Know About Home Inspections

Homebuyers should vet inspectors carefully, attend the inspection, ask questions and understand that reports cover only visible issues. NEW YORK — Home inspections provide home buyers with the peace of mind they need to make a large purchase by assessing plumbing,...
Instagram Features Agents Should Use

Instagram Features Agents Should Use

Real estate pros can grow their brand on Instagram by using tools like co-authored posts, Notes, Broadcast Channels and pinned comments to boost reach. NEW YORK — Real estate professionals should engage with Instagram as a way to build their brands, generate leads and...
Insurance Outlook Brighter in 2025

Insurance Outlook Brighter in 2025

By Mary Wozniak Experts say Florida’s property insurance market is recovering, with lower rates in some areas, more insurers and signs of long-term stabilization. TAMPA, Fla.— As the scenario of a higher-than-average hurricane season is again upon us, the property...
NAR Membership Remains Above Forecast

NAR Membership Remains Above Forecast

By Stacey Moncrieff As of May 31, there were 1,453,690 members, well above the 2025 forecast of 1.4 million, showing Realtor resiliency in ongoing market challenges. WASHINGTON —The National Association of Realtors® demonstrated continued strength this week with...
Branding Your Small Business for Success

Branding Your Small Business for Success

By Abdul-Hamid By investing in a clear and consistent brand identity, small businesses can enhance their competitive edge and establish a lasting presence in the market. NEW YORK – Branding is traditionally associated with large corporations that invest heavily in...
Mortgage Rates See First Decline in a Month

Mortgage Rates See First Decline in a Month

By Matt Ott Rates on 30-year mortgages dipped to 6.85% from 6.89% last week, while 15-year mortgage rates fell to 5.99% from 6.03% last week. WASHINGTON — The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. fell this week for the first time in a month, but borrowing...