Secured business loans offer lower rates and higher amounts but require collateral, which can be seized if unpaid. Consider risks, repayment ability and approval time.

Single-family home starts rose 11.4% in February, driven by low existing inventory, but builders face high costs and labor shortages, the NAHB reported.

The FBI and CISA warn of Medusa ransomware, which steals credentials via phishing and uses double extortion to demand payments.

A beautiful lawn adds curb appeal to any property, so proper maintenance is essential. Don’t overwater, mow too short or let pests take hold.

Faux stone is making a comeback as the quality improves. The average project cost is under $12K with a 153% ROI.

The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index dropped to 57.9 in March, its lowest since 2022, reflecting some caution in market and financial expectations.

Home stagers and designers are advising a softer color palette in 2025 to make a home more sellable. Timeless neutrals are the way to go.

Florida economists raised revenue projections by $1.3B but noted economic uncertainty, citing weaker economic variables, federal policies and market concerns.

AI is influencing SEO so real estate pros should adapt their content strategies to focus on understanding and addressing what users seek.

Real estate pros can grow their network with online giveaways, client events, referral gifts and face-to-face connections.

Hispanic homeownership rose 5.8 percentage points (3.5M owners) from 2013-2023, the largest increase among racial groups, NAR also said.

Builders continue to face elevated building material costs and other supply side challenges, the NAHB said. However, they are seeing regulatory relief.

The IRS Free File and Direct File programs are available to many taxpayers, offering them the chance to file taxes for free. Many still overlook this option.

When raccoons damage cars in a condo parking lot, owners are usually responsible, but the association may share some responsibility.

This year will see IoT, digital twins and AI reshape real estate. These technologies will improve home design, predict trends and create smarter, more efficient homes.

NAR President Kevin Sears joins EPA chief Lee Zeldin for the announcement of the review and a promise of “clear and simplified direction” for landowners.

Transform a condo or apartment balcony into a garden oasis with creative solutions like hanging pots, water features, fruit trees and DIY moss projects.

Lenders use credit reports to assess risk. Monitoring your credit helps you spot errors and build a strong history, which can lead to better mortgage rates.

Rates on 30-year mortgages rose to 6.65% from 6.63% last week, Freddie Mac said. Borrowing costs on 15-year mortgages rose to 5.8% from 5.79%.

NAR’s newest Consumer Guide addresses common seller questions about pricing, staging, listings and working with Realtors to attract buyers.