Real Estate News
RE Q&A: Can We Stop Neighbor’s Complaints?
Repeated unfounded complaints are often legally protected. Maintain your property, document incidents and work with code enforcement to reduce issues. Read More
Plug & Play Solar Panels Gaining Traction
Plug-in solar panels are growing in the U.S., offering easy installation, eco-friendly benefits and modest cost savings for homeowners. Read More
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Edges Lower
Consumers are no longer bracing for the worst-case scenario for the economy but continue to expect rising inflation and unemployment, the University of Michigan said. Read More
Innovations for Aging in Place
Retirees can remain in their homes longer by using smart technologies, safety upgrades and community programs to create a secure, supportive environment. Read More
Smart Ways to Cut Home Water Use
Homeowners can lower bills and conserve resources by choosing drought-tolerant landscaping and installing efficient appliances and low-flow toilets. Read More
Is It Better To Buy Now or Wait for Lower Mortgage Rates? Here’s the Tradeoff
Mortgage rates are still a hot topic – and for good reason. Read More
Mortgage Rates at Lowest Level Since October
Rates on 30-year mortgages fell to 6.58% from 6.63% last week while 15-year rates dropped to 5.71% from 5.75%, Freddie Mac said. Read More
Appraisal Reports Getting a Major Update
Starting September, lenders will phase in a standardized, data-driven appraisal format. Agents should prepare for clearer, more consistent reports. Read More
Housing Market Poised for Gradual Recovery
U.S. housing shows early signs of stabilization as affordability may improve slightly in 2025, an economist said. The market is gradually balancing. Read More