homebuying
When it comes to buying a home, many people wait for the right moment to make a purchase. They want to time the market just right, so they can get the best deal. This approach may work for buying other things, but it can be costly when it comes to
short-term rentals
Short-term rentals have become a popular investment option. However, lenders and valuation teams have not kept up with this trend. They often use old methods to evaluate short-term rental income, which can be misleading. This can lead to incorrect valuations and increased risk for lenders. A new approach is needed
real estate CRM
Real estate agents need to stay organized and focused on their clients. The right CRM software can help. It can automate daily tasks and help agents build strong relationships with clients. Our team reviewed many CRM options to find the best ones for real estate agents. We looked at the
real estate
A new artificial intelligence system is changing the real estate game. Lofty AOS is an AI operating system that helps agents and brokerages work smarter. It automates tasks, freeing up time for more important things. What is Lofty AOS? Lofty AOS is a special kind of AI that works just
housing market
The housing market is expected to be more stable in 2026. Home prices are not growing too fast, and there are enough homes for sale. This is good news for buyers and sellers. When mortgage rates are below 6.64%, the housing market tends to do well. If rates go
mortgage rates
A drop in mortgage rates in early January gave nearly 5 million borrowers a chance to refinance their homes. This is according to a report by ICE Mortgage Technology. The rate drop also made homes more affordable for buyers. What is Refinancing? Refinancing a home means replacing an old loan
mortgage industry
Terry Schmidt, the CEO of Guild Mortgage Co., says her company's acquisition by Bayview Asset Management was a surprise to many. This deal is part of a bigger trend in the mortgage industry where companies are coming together. Schmidt says this change is driven by growth opportunities, not
Keller Williams
Keller Williams has agreed to pay $20 million to settle a lawsuit over homebuyer commission fees. This settlement comes nearly two years after the company settled a similar lawsuit over home seller commission fees. The company hopes this settlement will bring certainty and allow its agents to focus on their
housing affordability
Housing affordability is a big issue in the US. Many people think high interest rates are the main problem. But that's not the whole story. What's Really Going On To understand the issue, let's look at the past. In 1989, the author bought a
housing market
The housing market is getting a boost from lower mortgage rates. This is shown by a positive week in the Housing Market Tracker data. Both pending home sales and purchase applications went up last week, compared to the same time last year. Lower Mortgage Rates Drive Demand When mortgage rates
housing market
Lower mortgage rates are driving up demand for homes in 2026. This is shown by a positive week in the Housing Market Tracker data. Both pending home sales and purchase applications increased last week, compared to the same time last year. Mortgage Rates and Housing Demand Mortgage rates near 6%
credit card interest rates
President Donald Trump's proposal to cap credit card interest rates at 10% has raised concerns in the mortgage industry. The cap might seem beneficial, but it could ultimately hurt would-be homebuyers. Mortgage professionals worry that the policy could lead to reduced credit availability, outweighing its benefits. Understanding the