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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,

FEMA funds blocked illegally, GAO finds

A federal watchdog has ruled that the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) broke the law by blocking or delaying aid money that Congress had already approved, including funds for programs that provide shelter and food. The Government Accountability Office (GAO),

Q2 | 2025 Luxury Market Report

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, volume, days on market, and price per square foot. With insights across major luxury markets, it’s an

How to compete and win with your listing presentation (+ template)

The real estate listing presentation is one of the most critical tools in your arsenal for demonstrating your knowledge, expertise, experience and authenticity to seller leads. A well-done listing presentation not only distinguishes you from your competitors — it also

Union Home Mortgage acquires assets of Sierra Pacific Mortgage: sources

Ohio-based Union Home Mortgage (UHM), led by Bill Cosgrove, has reached an agreement to acquire California-based Sierra Pacific Mortgage‘s assets, sources told HousingWire. The deal marks UHM’s second deal in 2025, following its March purchase of Houston-based Nations Reliable Lending

Baltimore’s 50 Newest Listings: September 15, 2025

Baltimore is a steady, somewhat competitive market: the median sale price reached $244,000 in July 2025 (+3.6% year over year), and homes typically sold in 42 days. The sale‑to‑list price is 99.8%. For national context, Baltimore’s median sale price is about 46% lower

Coldwell Banker Realty acquires Prime Real Estate Group

Coldwell Banker Realty is strengthening its presence in Hudson County, New Jersey. On Tuesday, the firm announced its acquisition of Hoboken-based Prime Real Estate Group. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. This acquisition adds one office and

Pacaso unveils 30-year mortgage for vacation home co-ownership

Pacaso on Tuesday announced the launch of the first purpose-built, 30-year mortgage designed for co-ownership of vacation homes in the U.S. The new financing option gives qualified buyers and existing Pacaso owners a standardized way to finance their share of

Real Estate One expands with Michigan acquisition

Michigan-based Clients First Realtors of Canton has joined the Real Estate One Family of Companies. Founded in 1995, Clients First has operated within Michigan for more than 25 years. “Clients First Realtors’ values align closely with our own, especially when

Celebrating a Legacy of Giving: International Week of Giving 2025

Each year, as we mark the CENTURY 21® brand anniversary, we also celebrate something even more meaningful—our commitment to giving back. What began as a single day of service has grown into a powerful tradition: International Week of Giving (IWOG).

Mortgage Rates Predictions for Next 90 Days: October to December 2025

Here’s the bottom line upfront: Most experts believe mortgage rates will dip slightly over the next 90 days, likely settling in the 6.2% to 6.5% range by mid-December 2025. While this offers a glimmer of hope for potential homebuyers, significant drops below

Emilia Bechrakis Serhant joins SERHANT. as licensed agent

Nine years after marrying Ryan Serhant, Emilia Bechrakis Serhant is joining the brokerage that bears her surname. On Tuesday, SERHANT. announced that Bechrakis Serhant was joining the firm’s New York City office as a licensed real estate agent. She will

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