For Many, the Home Is the Nest Egg

For Many, the Home Is the Nest Egg

By Melissa Dittmann Tracey Many Americans are nearing retirement with little saved. Why housing wealth is drawing new attention as a possible financial cushion. CHICAGO — A growing number of Americans are facing a harsh reality: Their retirement savings may not be...
Rates Then vs. Now: Who Had it Harder?

Rates Then vs. Now: Who Had it Harder?

By Trevor Mahoney From 16% in the 1980s to mid-6% today, rates tell only part of the story as higher home prices reshape affordability and financing decisions. NEW YORK — Mortgage rates are one of the most influential drivers of the U.S. housing market dynamic, but...
Compass Widens Private Listings Reach

Compass Widens Private Listings Reach

By Alex Viega Compass will share select off-MLS listings with Redfin under a new three-year agreement that could alter how some properties are marketed. LOS ANGELES — Compass will allow its property listings that have yet to hit the broader market to appear...
Some Drivers May See Auto Insurance Refunds

Some Drivers May See Auto Insurance Refunds

By Howard Cohen Some Progressive policyholders active on Dec. 31, 2025, are getting automatic credits averaging $300. Florida regulators secured nearly $1B in refunds. MIAMI — South Florida drivers are quick to tell stories about how much their car insurance has...
Human Touch Key to Winning Listings Now

Human Touch Key to Winning Listings Now

Agents are doubling down on phone calls, open houses, farm areas and consistent personal outreach, pairing smart tech with high-touch connections for new business. NEW YORK — Lead generation has become more challenging amid higher mortgage rates, limited inventory and...
Hometown Heroes Fully Commits 2025 Funding

Hometown Heroes Fully Commits 2025 Funding

By Amy Connolly Florida’s Hometown Heroes commits all 2025-2026 funds in six months, aiding 3,000 buyers. Continued funding remains a Florida Realtors legislative priority. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Hometown Heroes Housing program, the state’s workforce homebuyer...