Rent is now more affordable than buying in every major US market
Austin and Seattle were the friendliest cities for renters as the monthly mortgage payment on a starter home in each of the top 50 cities soared above the average rent by more than $1,000
by Ben Verde Mar 26
24 feel-good real estate holiday movies we can't get enough of
Opinion
Ready for cheesy lines and beautiful scenery? Join some charming characters on their real estate journey to find true love for the holidays
by Jessi Healey Dec 15
8 ways for agents to be the lighthouse in 2023
Consumers are overwhelmed with noise and nonsense surrounding real estate transactions. Help shed light against the negative naysayers by focusing on providing sensational customer service experiences instead
by Darryl Davis Jan 6
I want to put some of the reality back into realty
Opinion
Do you ever wish HGTV showed the reality of real estate? Most of us are selling regular homes to the average American, and the reality is not always picture perfect
by Teresa Boardman Dec 13
Renting vs. buying: Here are some points to ponder 
Given current market conditions, there really are no bargains, so it comes down to what a given individual wants — financially and personally. Here's what to consider in the buying vs. renting debate
by Michael Zaransky Aug 3
4 tips for dealing with buyers' fears in an overheated market
Opinion
Fear commonly immobilizes buyers from making the choices that will ultimately enhance their lives. Here’s how to coach your clients to succeed despite the potential risks
by Carl Medford May 25
What real estate and hurricanes have in common
Opinion
Be the one to help educate and reassure your clients, be they young or old, first-time buyers or seasoned investors
by Jay Thompson Jul 29
10 tips for buyers putting in offers sight unseen amid coronavirus
Buying a property without seeing it in person is hardly ideal. But, in the new world created by COVID-19, virtual touring is becoming increasingly common
by Nicole Solari May 26
6 pros and cons to consider if you're about to invest in real estate
Investment experts Michael Hills and Whitney Nicely share what newbie investors need to know about the upsides and downsides of investing in residential or commercial real estate
by Marian McPherson Feb 4
Can this app reduce escrow to 10 days for homebuyers?
LoanSnap is an app for iPhone and Android that can streamline mortgage applications and approvals
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 11
5 steps for creating a zen-like transaction for your buyers
What is the key to making homebuying exciting rather than stressful? Preparation
by Jill Schafer Aug 1
Struggling with online lead conversion? Try Local Logic
Canadian community data company is making its way into the states to help agents convert more website browsers
by Craig C. Rowe Oct 6
A home for sale in the wintertime
Research using realtor.com data indicates that buyers would be wise to find a deal now
by Marian McPherson Jan 23
Rental increase notice
Millennials are seeking out cities with affordable prices -- a good sign
by Alec Slocum Oct 20
See-saws
New research from Trulia indicates that would-be buyers are facing affordability problems
by Marian McPherson Oct 20