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Why Trump’s moves to control Fed could send mortgage rates higher

Aug 28, 2025

If bond market investors get cold feet about buying government debt and mortgage-backed securities, that could push long-term interest rates higher, even if the Fed cuts short-term rates.

New sales numbers are out. These 9 charts show what’s happening where you live

Aug 28, 2025

Pending home sales, a leading indicator of expected home sale closings, fell 0.4 percent nationally in July, according to National Association of Realtors data.

Fed governor sues Trump over ‘unprecedented and illegal’ firing

Aug 28, 2025

Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook filed a lawsuit against President Trump on Thursday alleging that his attempted firing of her was illegal without him showing "cause" for her termination.

Compete with discount agents (without cutting your commission)

Aug 28, 2025

When potential clients tell you another agent will handle their deal for less, Darryl Davis writes, come back with a value proposition that shows why you're worth every penny.

Teams Spotlight: Dave Umphress, Flourish Collective

Aug 28, 2025

Find out how Dave Umphress and his real estate team are working to change the world, one transaction at a time.

Huddle Up: How to build culture, connection, client care in a sprawling second-home market

Aug 28, 2025

Coach Melanie Klein shares how the Upstate Curious Team shows up for clients and each other through communication, connection and consistent collaboration.

How real estate agents can prevent title issues from derailing a deal

Aug 28, 2025

Luke Babich outlines ways to develop and maintain a strong title company relationship to prevent any snags in your next real estate transaction.

Help baby boomers move into the future with a rental bridge option

Aug 28, 2025

When boomers make the decision to sell, team leader Vincent Cyr writes, they free up property for younger buyers, ease pressure on limited inventory and help maintain transaction flow.

Why is Midwest real estate beating the rest of the country?

Aug 28, 2025

The Midwest is home to some of the hottest markets in the country, while other regions face a lackluster year. What gives?

Homebuyers are out in force and mortgage rates are coming down

Aug 27, 2025

With 7.24 million Americans out of work in July and payroll growth slowing, the Fed is expected to pivot from fighting inflation to preserving jobs.

Rocket, Mr. Cooper merger OK’d by Fannie and Freddie regulator

Aug 27, 2025

A green light from the Federal Housing Finance Agency and antitrust regulators sets the stage for a Sept. 3 vote by Mr. Cooper shareholders on $9.4 billion mega merger.

Sellers outnumber buyers by 36% — but that figure is starting to shrink

Aug 27, 2025

In the past two months, the total number of homesellers in the market has fallen from a peak of 1.96 million in May to 1.95 million in July, Redfin reported. As sellers realize that homebuyers have the upper hand now, some are opting out of the market altogether.