Convincing Renters They're Mortgage-ReadyWhile higher prices have caused some renters to postpone buying their first home, recent data from a Census Bureau survey found that millions of renters may be able to afford a home but are unaware of this fact. Census data...
Inflation Numbers Cool in JuneLast week, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) declined 0.1% from the previous month, which put the 12-month rate at 3%. This is the lowest CPI level in more than three years and may result in lower interest rates later this year.While food...
New Jobs Report May Fuel a Federal Rate CutWhen unemployment rises, this may seem like bad news, but sometimes there's a silver lining. Last month's employment data reflected a cooling jobs market, which suggests that we may finally see a rate cut from the Federal...
Make Sure Your Pets Enjoy the 4th of July HolidayWe all enjoy celebrating our independence, but a fireworks display can be upsetting to your pets. Here are some tips to keep in mind and share with others.Bring pets indoors and create a quiet, cool space for them....
Heat Up Your Videos with These Lead-Generating TopicsMost agents are busy creating videos for their social media, but not all of them are generating leads. Here are details of video topics that instill FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) into surfers while helping you engage...
Dog Days Arrive Early for SellersEven as more sellers decide to list their homes, properties are taking longer to sell in many areas as potential buyers negotiate high sticker prices.According to recent market data, the number of homes on the market rose by 22% when...
Home Prices Fading in the Lone Star StateWhile homes in Austin, Texas are still relatively expensive compared to smaller Texas cities, prices slid by 3% recently, which was more than any other metro area. Price drops for housing are at their highest level in almost...
More Sellers Reduced Their Home Prices in MayLast month, over 6% of the nation's home sellers decided to cut their asking price, which resulted in the median asking price dropping roughly $3,000. In addition, the existing inventory of homes for sale is growing...
Home Prices Hit Another Record HighA chronic shortage of listings continues to fuel higher prices, with the median sale price hitting a record $387,600 during the four weeks ending May 19th—a 4% annual increase from May 2023. Another prevailing factor: many homeowners...
Best Metro Markets for First-time BuyersRecent research found that some metro areas are particularly attractive to first-time buyers this year. In addition to lower pricing for starter homes, these cities offer other positives like higher percentages of peer groups...
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