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Home isn't just "where the heart is" anymore. Due to the pandemic, it's also where more working, schooling and personal time are taking place. As a result, the demand for larger homes and list of essential features has shifted too.

Over the past several weeks, Freddie Mac has reported the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropping to record lows, all the way down to 2.86%.

The Case-Shiller Home Price Index, which is considered the "gold standard" for appreciation, showed that nationally there was a 4.3% annual gain in June, which was unchanged from the gain we saw in May.

We were recently asked the question if now is a good time to buy, but what about the other side of the coin? When we first saw friction in the real estate market, it's fair to say many buyers thought there would be an increased opportunity to negotiate...

The residential real estate market has definitely been the shining light in this country's current economic situation.

Today's housing market is making a truly impressive turnaround, and it's also setting up some outstanding opportunities for buyers and sellers.

At just two months' worth, our inventory is extremely tight right now; there's no doubt we're in a strong seller's market where multiple-offer situations are commonplace in certain high-demand price points.

How would you feel if you missed the current real estate boom? I get asked on a daily basis,  "How is business?"  My answer is dependent on if they are interested in buying or selling.

The residential real estate market is remaining resilient as the country still struggles to beat the COVID-19 pandemic. Three separate reports recently revealed how the housing market is still showing growth. Here's a look at each one. 1.

To buy, or not to buy—that is the question bouncing around many Americans' minds, although Fannie Mae notes the amount of consumers feeling positive about buying a home has increased 52% to 61%, month to month.