For many, buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions they’ll make, but how do you know the price is fair? Understanding the housing market, estimating the value of that unique feature, knowing what tools to use, and
Can Landlords Sue for More Than the Security Deposit?
Key Takeaways Landlords can sue for damages beyond the security deposit when damages exceed normal wear and tear. Tenants can protect themselves by documenting the property’s condition, understanding their lease, communicating in writing, and returning the unit in good shape.
Mortgage Rates Today June 25, 2025: Rates Drop Across the Board, Offering Significant Savings
As of June 25, 2025, mortgage rates have seen a slight decrease, providing potential homeowners and those looking to refinance a bit of financial reprieve. The national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage rate stands at 6.81%, a dip from 6.83% the day before. This
12 Unenforceable HOA Rules and What You Can Do About Them
Homeowners’ associations (HOAs) set rules to maintain property values and neighborhood aesthetics, but some of these rules overstep legal boundaries. Unenforceable HOA rules are regulations imposed by a homeowners’ association that conflict with state or federal law, or were enacted
Earnest Money: What Is It and How Much Should You Pay?
Whether you’re buying a home in Austin or a condo in Miami, you’ve probably come across the term “earnest money” during your home search. It’s a key part of the homebuying process – but one that can feel confusing if
Trailblazing with Maria Caivano
Behind every successful real estate agent is a mentor who believed in them—and few embody that role better than Maria Caivano. As the Director of Agent Development at CENTURY 21 Thomson & Co., Maria has turned her passion for teaching
How Seller’s Disclosures Protect Buyers and Sellers in a Home Sale
A seller’s disclosure, also called a property disclosure, is a document that sellers are legally required to provide to potential buyers. It outlines any known issues or defects with the home that could affect its value or safety. Whether you’re
5 Popular Florida Housing Markets Are at High Risk of Price Crash
If you’ve been anywhere near the Florida housing market, you know things have been wild for the last few years. Prices shot up faster than a rocket from Cape Canaveral! But lately, the tune is changing. According to the latest
How Long Should You Live in a House Before Selling? Here’s What to Consider
Deciding how soon you can sell a house after buying it is a major decision influenced by financial, personal, and market-driven factors. One of the most important questions to consider is: How long should you live in a house before
U.S. States With Lowest Mortgage Rates Today – June 24, 2025
Looking for the states where you can snag the best deal on a mortgage right now? As of today, June 24, 2025, the U.S. states with the lowest mortgage rates for a 30-year new purchase are Colorado, Massachusetts, New York, Utah, California, Virginia,
CENTURY 21 Fine Homes & Estates Magazine 2025 Spring/Summer
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Q1 2025 Luxury Market Report
Introducing the North American Luxury Market Report, produced in collaboration with The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing. This in-depth report offers a detailed look at the latest trends shaping the high-end real estate market, analyzing key metrics like sales prices,
Dermot Buffini discusses brokerage leadership, real estate market shifts
Dermot Buffini, the CEO of Buffini & Co., joined this week’s episode of the RealTrending podcast for a conversation on the evolving challenges for real estate leaders. Speaking with host Tracey Velt at HousingWire’s The Gathering, Buffini addressed the pressures
Here are the three metros where homeownership is still affordable
The rapid rise in home prices and housing costs over the past five years has strained affordability in every part of the country, but a new study seeks to put a finer point on which metropolitan areas are getting hit
New Home Co. acquires Landsea, forming a top 25 homebuilder
New Home Co. has completed a previously announced acquisition of Landsea Homes, the companies announced Wednesday. The deal creates a top-25 national homebuilder based on the number of new homes sold in 2024. Matthew Zaist, who currently serves as president
Aspiring buyers turn to Realtors first in their home searches: survey
A national survey released by NeighborWorks America found that prospective homebuyers overwhelmingly turn to Realtors first when seeking information about the homebuying process — outpacing friends, family and online searches. According to the poll, 41% of respondents who plan to
Beeline Title completes milestone crypto real estate deal
Beeline Title Holdings, a subsidiary of Beeline Holdings Inc., has closed what it says is one of the first residential real estate transactions funded through the sale of a cryptocurrency token backed by real property. The company described the deal
The Most Expensive Home Sales in Miami, FL in May 2025
Miami is known for many things: ocean views, great food, and sleek waterfront homes. It’s turned into a playground for the wealthy, with high-end condos and lavish estates lining the coast. Coastal Florida as a whole is actually home to
Powell: Fed is reviewing Basel III, supplemental leverage ratio rules
During a second straight day of testimony on Capitol Hill, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the central bank is reviewing the Basel III rules (also known as the “Basel Endgame”), which would significantly increase bank capital requirements and could
Bill White Jr. returns to Baird & Warner as VP of broker relations
Baird & Warner has named Bill White Jr. as its new vice president of broker relations for mortgage and title services, marking his return to the firm after several years at Compass. In his new role, White will act as
10 Most Common Home Inspection Problems to Avoid
Buying a home is an exciting adventure but it often comes with surprises during the property inspection. From sneaky leaks to electrical quirks, the most common home inspection problems include structural damage, roof and plumbing issues, outdated electrical panels, HVAC
More pets than kids: The increased role of animals in real estate
As American demographics shift, so do the priorities of homebuyers, and pets are playing an increased role in real estate decisions. “Did you know there are more households with pets than children?” Jessica Lautz, deputy chief economist and vice president
Interest Rate Predictions for the Next 3 Years: 2025, 2026, 2027
Are you trying to figure out what the future holds for our wallets is always top of mind. And right now, one of the biggest questions that keeps popping up is: what’s going to happen with interest rates in 2025,
Survey shows buyers gaining leverage as real estate market slows
The housing market continued to cool in May, with buyer leverage increasing across many regions of the country, according to a new survey from The Real Brokerage. Real’s May 2025 Agent Survey — which polled more than 260 real estate