As Jerome Powell’s term officially comes to an end, the housing industry immediately shifts into speculation about what comes next. Analysts began debating the future direction of interest rates, inflation, and the Federal Reserve policy, while consumers were once...
If it feels like more deals are falling apart lately, it’s not just the market. There is a deeper shift happening beneath the surface, and it has to do with how today’s buyers earn their income. A 2025 Glassdoor report found that 57% of Gen Z workers now have at least...
What if you had a powerful tool that set you apart, helped your clients save thousands, and turned one sale into four? In today’s competitive market, top agents know that success isn’t just about finding the right property—it’s about delivering real value beyond the...
The American Dream has always been built on the foundation of homeownership. But for many Americans, securing an affordable mortgage has become a nightmare. Between rising interest rates and big banks tightening their lending standards, homebuyers are left wondering...
The real estate industry is evolving at an unprecedented pace. With shifting market dynamics, growing client expectations, and increasing competition, agents are constantly searching for ways to stand out. What truly sets one agent apart from another? How can agents...
Today’s guest column is by Emily Hamilton, a senior research fellow at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University. This article is adapted and edited from testimony delivered this week before the Subcommittee on Housing and Insurance of the US House...