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. 

Create valuable content for buyers, sellers and owners, then repurpose it into short-form videos, infographics and more. Tailor it for each platform.

Mortgage applications rose 11.2% as rates fell, with refis up 16% and purchase applications up 7%, per MBA's latest survey.

Hiring a professional painter can save time and delivers lasting results. They also have the right tools and can handle safety risks.

The average American spends seven hours per day looking at a screen; for agents, that number can be even higher. Some stretching exercises can help.

Nearly one in three renters admit to delaying a home purchase because of misgivings about the mortgage process.

Sellers who list April 13-19 could potentially make $4,800 more, sell their home nine days faster and have 13.2% less competition on average, Realtor.com said.

In its list of "dirty dozen" 2025 tax scams, the IRS is telling taxpayers to beware of email phishing, text smishing and sketchy credits, among others.

Fannie Mae said despite lower sentiment, more buyers see opportunity, selling confidence remains strong and some households report income growth.

You don't need a total overhaul to transform your laundry room. Try painting the walls or cabinets, installing floating shelves or adding new lighting.

Owners often hesitate to sell due to misconceptions. Rising home values, increased inventory and active buyers may make now a good time to move.

Homeowners say they have made functional changes to how they use their home in the last few years, including space for hobbies, exercise and remote work.

NAR’s new Right by You campaign aims to grab attention, spark emotion and highlight the value of working with Realtors, who are bound by a Code of Ethics.

Luxury listings lagging? Try exclusive events, top-tier visuals, storytelling, perks and refreshed design to attract high-value buyers.

The IRS recommends keeping tax records for three years; six years if income was underreported and seven years for bad debt claims.

The March 27 legal webinar will help agents navigate new condo regulations designed to improve safety, financial accountability and transparency.

Some buyers are using rent-to-own deals to lock in home prices while waiting for better financing. Rent-to-own offers flexibility and negotiation benefits.

Sellers are encouraged to showcase home renovations as buyers are increasingly seeking turnkey homes. Buyers are willing to pay more for remodeled homes.

High mortgage rates and rising prices are keeping home sales sluggish, but more listings and slight rate declines may give buyers in some markets more leverage.