Oklahoma, also known as the Sooner State, offers a unique blend of small-town charm and a diverse experience for its residents. It is known for its rich Native American history and culture, with 38 tribal nations and various historic sites
Elevate Your Home Décor with Stripe Patterns
Stripe patterns have long been a favorite in interior design, known for their ability to create dynamic visual effects and add texture to any room. Whether you’re in New York City, NY, using stripes to create a modern, sleek aesthetic,
How to Clean Old Kitchen Cabinets: A Step-by-Step Guide From Professional Cleaners
Let’s face it: kitchen cabinets see things. Splattered spaghetti sauce, greasy fingerprints, the mysterious sticky goo you pretend not to notice, and all of it building up over time. And before you know it, your once-gorgeous cabinets are giving off
The evolution and future of appraisal regulation
For centuries, property ownership has played a foundational role in human society. In the U.S., homeownership has come to symbolize financial stability and economic opportunity. Real estate is both a tangible asset and a vehicle for wealth creation. Following the
ARM applications reach their highest level since November 2023
Mortgage demand decreased 8.5% for the week ending April 11, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)’s weekly applications survey — a stark contrast to the 20% increase seen a week earlier. Last week’s application news was dominated by the
When Is the Right Time to Downsize Your Home? 14 Signs It’s Now
As we grow older, our needs and capabilities change, and not all homes are designed to support this change along with us. It’s common to upsize your home when your household is growing – whether to accommodate children, pets, or
Are High Interest Rates a Ticking Time Bomb for the Housing Market?
Are high interest rates a ticking time bomb for the housing market? In a word, yes, but it’s a complex situation. While the housing market isn’t about to explode overnight, the sustained pressure of elevated interest rates – currently hovering near
HomeServices of America names Chris Kelly CEO, replacing Blefari
Berkshire Hathaway’s HomeServices of America has a new CEO, promoting Executive Vice President Chris Kelly as former CEO Gino Blefari steps into a new role. Blefari, who has served as president and CEO of the company for more than five
The best real estate apps for agents in 2025
As a real estate agent in 2025, you have two choices: Learn how to run your entire business from the apps on your phone or tablet or find a new career. The days of running back to the office to
Expect High Mortgage Rates Until 2026: Fannie Mae’s 2-Year Forecast
If you’re holding out hope for a big drop in mortgage rates in 2025, I’ve got some news: don’t count on it. According to Fannie Mae’s January 2025 Economic Developments report, mortgage rates aren’t expected to decrease significantly in the coming year. They
BofA, Citi warn of slower growth ahead as mortgage business softens
Bank of America (BofA) and Citi reported declining mortgage production in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the previous quarter, following similar results from peers Wells Fargo and JPMorgan Chase last week. Mortgage volumes at BofA and Citi, which
Why most broker owners don’t turn a profit
Owning a real estate brokerage may seem like a lucrative business, but in reality, many brokers struggle to turn a profit. Despite the appeal of running their own operation, most find themselves facing financial challenges due to high overhead costs,
Heirs’ attempt to reopen HECM foreclosure fails in Connecticut
The family of a deceased reverse mortgage borrower in Connecticut, who sought to reopen a case involving the foreclosure of their relative’s home after her death, have been denied a motion to reopen the case after a judge found that
How real estate brokerage stocks have fared since ‘Liberation Day’
High mortgage rates, low inventory and stagnant demand have made life difficult for real estate brokerages in recent years, and President Donald Trump’s tariff policy isn’t helping. The massive scale and scope of Trump’s new global tariff regime shocked the
Homeowners have a collective $700B in ‘trapped’ equity
More than $700 billion in home equity is effectively “trapped” and inaccessible to homeowners due to a variety of economic circumstances, including employment shocks and shifts in the market that negatively impact their credit scores. This information comes from an
FirstTeam begins national expansion, introduces new agent compensation plan
FirstTeam, an independent real estate brokerage based in Southern California, has begun its national expansion by opening new offices in Idaho and Washington, with plans to establish operations in Arizona, Nevada, and Oregon. Founded in 1976, FirstTeam operates more than
The 5 best metro areas to buy — and sell — a home this spring
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Organic modernism goes mainstream: Nature-inspired design helps homes sell for $12,500 more
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Privately listed homes disproportionately harm sellers of color
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Expect lower mortgage rates to energize home buyers and sellers
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Climate risks threaten trillions of dollars in real estate
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Homes sell for $5,600 more when they are listed in late May
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Hot markets and home feature fads: How the pandemic changed home buying
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Black first-time home buyers see strongest rebound as national rates decline
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