Light up the curb appeal with holiday decorating. Hiring a pro can boost safety and reduce stress. Costs vary by home size, bulbs and display complexity.

An $84T–$124T wealth transfer from boomers to millennials could reshape cities as younger owners favor sustainability, walkability and mixed-use design.

Homeowners affected by Hurricanes Debby, Helene, Idalia, Milton or the May 2024 tornadoes can apply for funding to repair, replace or rebuild damaged homes.

AI-generated content often has a formal tone, repetitive phrasing and symmetrical structure. Always use a human editor to refine AI writing.

Citizens Property Insurance Corp. ended last week with about 769,000 policies, showing little change as private insurers continue assuming policies.

Rates on 30-year mortgages slipped to 6.3% from 6.34% last week, while rates on 15-year mortgages dropped to 5.53% from 5.55% last week.

A new survey found 82% of Americans use AI like ChatGPT and Gemini for housing insights, but agents remain the most trusted information source.

Fed minutes show most officials backed a September rate cut, noting rising unemployment risks and easing inflation, a move that could gradually lower mortgage rates.

U.S. remodelers remain optimistic as the market stays positive, though growth is moderating amid high costs and cautious customer demand.

Ranch homes are rising in popularity, up 44.7% in six years, as buyers seek single-level layouts, modern updates and enduring resale value.

Consumers are using AI to find local agents, so a strong digital presence, including an updated profile and positive reviews, are essential for visibility and trust.

A government shutdown can disrupt services like flood insurance and FHA approvals. Advocacy Scoop discusses how NAR is responding to protect transactions.

Citizens is allowing policyholders to defer flood insurance paperwork after the federal shutdown paused the National Flood Insurance Program.

Nearly 50% of mortgaged homes in the U.S. are equity-rich, creating potential opportunities and considerations for real estate professionals in a fluctuating market.