At NAR’s annual Policy Forum, policymakers highlighted ideas to boost home sales, including updating capital gains rules and reducing FHA red tape.

A new roof can boost curb appeal, buyer confidence and deal certainty. Beyond looks, roof age can influence appraisals, insurance and financing decisions.

With no immediate rate changes from the Fed, the next moves for mortgage rates may depend on economic reports and any action involving mortgage-backed securities.

Mortgage rates edged higher, with 30-year loans at 6.1% (up from 6.09%) and 15-year rates at 5.49%. Buyers and sellers are watching what comes next.

A thoughtful remodel starts with how a home works day to day. Planning for layout, systems and future needs helps improve comfort, durability and long-term value.

Experts warn that reusing passwords, ignoring breach notices and relying on incognito mode can expose personal data. Small habit changes can lower identity theft risk.

AI is transforming how buyers shop, so brands should reposition to reach buyers earlier, build trust sooner and influence choices faster.

Members often ask about the ethical boundaries regarding interference with another brokerage’s exclusive representation. The answer is found in Article 16’s Standards of Practice.

Confidence declined as concerns about job availability and high prices grew. Views of the labor market were the weakest in nearly five years, signaling caution on spending.

The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act prohibits referral kickbacks for lenders and settlement services. Paying fair market value for real services is allowed. WASHINGTON — How many times have you ...

A new compensation form replaces two prior agreements and updates how sellers and brokers offer payment in residential transactions. ORLANDO, Fla. — A series of recent form revisions introduces mostly ...