By listening first and understanding concerns, leaders set the tone for teams that connect well with buyers and sellers in every market.

The IRS will allow workers to contribute more to 401(k), 403(b), 457 plans and IRAs in 2026, including higher catch-up amounts for people 50 and over.

Low-interest loans are now available for damaged homes, businesses and nonprofits in six Florida counties hit by the Oct. 26 storms.

Experts say today’s “revenge saving” mirrors the extreme budgeting sometimes seen when buyers save for a down payment, as Americans shift from post-pandemic splurging.

Community associations can prohibit feeding ducks if it leads to pests, messes, or other issues. Their rules often allow limits on wildlife feeding to protect shared spaces.

Marketplace listings can work for rentals, entry-level homes or luxury properties, with quick responses to messages key to turning comments into customers.

Rates on 30-year mortgages ticked up to 6.24% from 6.22% last week, while 15-year rates averaged 5.49%, down from 5.5% last week, Freddie Mac said.

Federal housing programs are starting again after the shutdown ended, restoring FHA, VA, USDA and NFIP activity. Closings may still see delays due to backlogs.

Inflation, missing economic data and signs that companies plan to raise prices are raising doubts about whether the Fed will move forward with another rate cut.

A six-step open house strategy stresses staging, clear signage, warm engagement and prompt follow-up to create meaningful connections and win new customers.

Owners are embracing bold, highly personal design in late 2025, from vivid colors to textured finishes, even as neutrals are expected to return in 2026.  

Fannie Mae is dropping its 620 minimum credit score rule, giving lenders more flexibility to assess borrower risk without changing core loan standards.

From color and texture to scent and sound, homeowners are using all five senses to create spaces that feel personal, nostalgic and alive.

Fewer homeowners are completing a For Sale By Owner transaction and are heavily turning to real estate agents for guidance, NAR found.

Agents who tailor holiday marketing for AI-driven searches, mobile users and shareable local content can stand out and turn seasonal interest into new clients.

Adjustable-rate mortgages made up about 10% of all mortgage applications in September, the highest share in nearly two years and well above the post-2008 average of 6%.

Experts say the best home staging starts with a focal point, showcases light and room flow, and helps buyers picture living in the space day to day.

A new survey found 71% of aspiring homeowners are postponing major life steps, including marriage, children and career changes, until they can afford a home.

Some agents avoid lead-gen calls due to fear or burnout, but small daily goals, training and accountability can boost confidence and steady growth.

Some financial planners say paying off a low-rate mortgage early can backfire. Investing or saving instead may build more wealth and provide better flexibility.