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How 1 agent is fighting for fair housing in Big Sky Country

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In Montana, where rugged independence meets deep community roots, Realtor Karen Berg-DiGangi is redefining what it means to fight for fair housing. Continue reading →

‘Signs of deceleration’ bedevil US home prices

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Home price growth continued to slow in August as buyers expressed trepidation over the economy, despite a healthy supply of inventory and lower mortgage rates, the FHFA and S&P Dow Jones Indices reported. Continue reading →

Letitia James pleads not guilty, seeks dismissal of fraud case

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James’ attorneys will argue that she is a victim of vindictive prosecution and that Lindsey Halligan, the lone U.S. attorney who signed her indictment, was appointed illegally. Continue reading →

More homes sold. Lower rates. Lower inflation. Where Fannie Mae expects the market to move

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Economists with the mortgage giant shared a glimmer of good news for real estate professionals in a pair of new forecasts. Continue reading →

Real estate beats Wall Street: How agents become wealth advisors

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For decades, Wall Street has promoted stocks as the primary means of achieving retirement wealth. But the truth is, “average” stock returns rarely play out for everyday investors, says CFP and agent Jeff Sibel. Continue reading →

9 brutally honest budgeting truths no brokerage wants to face in 2026

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Chris Pollinger shares brokerage budget planning truths every real estate business must face to cut comfort, measure performance and prioritize profit. Continue reading →

Existing-home sales gain momentum in September amid falling mortgage rates

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The gain in existing-home sales once again reflects just how much consumers respond to lower mortgage rates, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said during a press call on Thursday morning. Continue reading →

What should real estate agents do if the US plunges into a recession?

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Navigating a recession doesn’t have to mean the end of your business. Darryl Davis offers tips to help you come out the other side stronger than ever. Continue reading →

Mortgage rates just hit a new 2025 low. They might be stuck there.

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MBA forecasts rates will probably stay right where they are now in 2026, as investors have already priced in future Fed rate cuts. But look for three years of steady growth in home sales ahead. Continue reading →

All signs point to ‘Goldilocks’ conditions for year-end home sales

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In this exclusive series on Inman, Windermere’s Principal Economist Jeff Tucker looks at the “favorable” housing situation reflected in the latest jobs, housing and mortgage rate numbers. Continue reading →