Get ready for some exciting news, Florida! After a period of waiting and watching, the Sunshine State’s housing market is finally showing a significant, encouraging uptick. Florida’s housing market saw a major positive shift in August 2025, with a notable surge
Home price growth drops to lowest level in two years
Home prices are continuing to rise, but at a much slower pace. Home prices rose 1.7% nationwide in July, according to the S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Index released Tuesday. This pace is slower than the 1.9% annual growth recorded in June
Rocket Pro unveils broker-focused initiatives at RPX in Detroit
Rocket Pro on Tuesday unveiled a slate of broker-focused initiatives affirming its commitment to the broker channel. The announcements, made at Rocket Pro Experience (RPX) held in Detroit, involve a set of 10 partner promises, a new manifesto video and
Corcoran Group adds first Rhode Island affiliate
Corcoran Group announced the launch of Corcoran Chart House Realty, the brokerage’s first Rhode Island affiliate. The firm will operate across Rhode Island’s coastal communities and be led by Broker-Owner Matthew Antonio. Pamela Liebman — president and CEO of Corcoran
CoStar doubles down on Zillow in copyright lawsuit
In a public update on its ongoing copyright infringement legal battle with Zillow, CoStar Group is claiming that the listing portal giant is continuing to infringe on CoStar’s intellectual property by displaying CoStar owned images on its site. Filed in
Federal Reserve Begins Key Interest Rate Meeting with Economic Jitters
The Federal Reserve’s September 2025 Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting begins today, September 16th, and will conclude tomorrow, the 17th. This meeting isn’t just another check-in on the economy; it’s a pivotal moment where big decisions about interest rates
Interest Rates Predictions by Bank of America 2025-2026
Are you keeping an eye on where interest rates are headed? You should be! Interest rate predictions by Bank of America have shifted, and it could impact your wallet. Bank of America now expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest
Mortgage Rates Today: 30-Year Fixed Refinance Rate Dips to 6.64%
If you’re eyeing a refinance, here’s the headline: According to Zillow, the national average for a 30-year fixed refinance rate has edged down to 6.64% as of today, September 16, 2025. This small dip from 6.65% might seem insignificant, but it could be
How to Make an Offer on a House in 6 Steps
Making an offer is one of the most important steps in the homebuying process. It’s the point where you find out if the home will be yours or not. From deciding how much to offer to choosing contingencies and earnest
Today’s Mortgage Rates – September 16, 2025: 30-Year FRM Drops by 8 Basis Points
Mortgage rates today on September 16, 2025, including both mortgage and refinance rates, have dropped notably, with the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate falling to 6.37%—down 8 basis points from the previous week’s 6.45%. Refinance rates are dipping more
Houston’s 50 Newest Listings: September 16, 2025
Houston’s vibrant atmosphere and unique attractions makes it a great place to live. The median sale price in July was around $349,000, marking a 1.7% dip year-over-year, while the median days on market climbed to 46 compared to 32 last
Here’s How to Get a Jumbo Construction Loan to Build a Home
Key takeaways Jumbo construction loans cover home builds that exceed FHFA conforming loan limits ($806,500 baseline; $1,209,750 in high-cost areas for 2025). They combine short-term construction financing with a permanent jumbo mortgage. Borrowers need strong credit, a large down payment,
Senate Set to Confirm Miran for Fed on Eve of Pivotal Interest Rate Decision
In a nail-biting finish to September 15, 2025, the U.S. Senate is poised to confirm Stephen Miran as a new member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. This confirmation is timed so precisely that Miran could actually cast a
Cincinnati’s 50 Newest Listings: September 16, 2025
Cincinnati Housing Market Pulse — September 2025 Nestled along the Ohio River with a rich blend of historic charm and modern energy, Cincinnati offers vibrant neighborhoods and a welcoming community. In July 2025, the median sale price was $294K (+6.8% YoY) and homes
Today’s Mortgage Rates – September 15, 2025: Rates Jump Across the Board
On September 15, 2025, mortgage rates in the U.S. have shown mixed movement but a general upward trend, with the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increasing to 6.56%, up 11 basis points from last week’s 6.45%, according to Zillow. Refinancing rates
Kansas City’s 50 Newest Listings: September 16, 2025
Kansas City Housing Market Pulse — September 2025 Jazz, barbecue, and friendly neighborhoods — Kansas City’s heartbeat is unmistakable. In July 2025, the median sale price was $303K (+2.7% YoY) and homes sold in around 18 days. Latest Kansas City Listings 3203 NE 67th
Las Vegas’s 50 Newest Listings: September 16, 2025
Las Vegas Housing Market Pulse — September 2025 Beyond the bright lights, Las Vegas shines with sunny suburbs and desert trails minutes away. In July 2025, the median sale price was $440K (−2.2% YoY) and homes sold in about 56 days. Latest Las Vegas
Philadelphia’s 50 Newest Listings: September 16, 2025
Philadelphia Housing Market Pulse — September 2025 History-rich blocks, bold food, and vibrant arts — Philadelphia balances classic charm with modern ease. In July 2025, the median sale price was $275K (~0% YoY) and homes sold in roughly 48 days. Latest Philadelphia Listings 5253
Fed Interest Rate Predictions This Week: 25 Basis Point Cut Widely Expected
It looks like a sure thing: the Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut interest rates this week. After holding steady, the data suggests the central bank will likely lower its key interest rate by a quarter of a percent
St. Louis’s 50 Newest Listings: September 15, 2025
St. Louis is moving quickly: the median sale price was $247,500 in July 2025 (+9.8% year over year), and homes sold in about 18 days. The sale‑to‑list price is 99.7%, with roughly 42.5% of homes closing above the listing price.
Mortgage Rates Today: 30-Year Fixed Refinance Rate Rises by 10 Basis Points
If you’re watching the mortgage market closely, like I am, you’ll want to know that the current average 30-year fixed refinance rate stands at 6.75%. Zillow reported that, as of September 15, 2025, the 30-year fixed refinance rate is up by 10
How Much House $500K Buys in Major Cities Across the U.S. (and What This Means for Investors)
For many buyers and investors, $500,000 is a benchmark budget. But in today’s housing market, that number doesn’t stretch the same way everywhere – and the trade-offs reveal a lot about both affordability for buyers and opportunity for investors. In
7 Buyer-Friendly Housing Markets in 2025 With Abundant Homes for Sale
This news likely brings a smile to the faces of many house hunters: seven major cities have officially transitioned into buyer-friendly housing markets in 2025, a significant shift that gives ordinary folks more power when it comes to purchasing a home.
Section 8 use barriers analyzed in new study
RAND and the Terner Center for Housing Innovation at the University of California at Berkeley have released a joint report examining how local housing agencies can more effectively use federal housing vouchers. The study, funded by the Cooper Housing Institute,