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10/14/2026

Is fall the hidden gem of homebuying season? 🍁🏡

Many buyers focus on spring and summer, but fall can offer advantages like reduced competition, greater flexibility and opportunities to negotiate.

Before you start house hunting, explore the benefits of buying a home in the fall and see if this season is right for you.

👉 Read the article: https://www.stewart.com/en/insights/benefits-of-buying-a-home-in-the-fall

Did you know that next to summer, fall is traditionally the next best time of the year to buy a home? According to Rocket Mortgage, ...

10/13/2026

Could someone sell your house without you knowing?
It sounds unbelievable, but seller impersonation fraud is a real threat in today's real estate environment.

In this FAQ carousel, we're breaking down:
✅ What seller impersonation fraud is
✅ How it can happen
✅ Common red flags to watch for
✅ Why vigilance matters throughout the transaction

Swipe through for a quick overview and learn how awareness can help protect property owners and real estate professionals alike.

Visit stewart.com/home for more real estate tips and insights.

10/12/2026

Our offices are closed in observance of Indigenous People’s Day. Visit your local office during normal hours tomorrow.

10/08/2026

Is your home ready for winter? ❄️

Preparing your home before colder temperatures arrive can help prevent costly repairs and improve comfort throughout the season.

A few important items to add to your checklist:

🏠 Inspect the roof for damaged shingles
🍂 Clean gutters and downspouts
💧 Protect exterior faucets and pipes
🔥 Service your heating system
🚨 Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
🪟 Check weather stripping around doors and windows

Small maintenance projects now can make a big difference later. Save this list for your fall to-do's and share it with fellow homeowners. ⬇️

https://www.stewart.com/en/insights/home-maintenance-checklist-for-winter

Home Improvement DIY Homeowner

From keeping critters out of your home to preventing costly repairs, here is a maintenance checklist for homeowners to prepare for winter.

10/07/2026

Just like ghosts, these issues may linger if they aren’t cleared. 😱

We can think of 5 real estate transaction issues that are spookier than a haunted house:

👻 An unexpected lien
👻 Wire fraud
👻 A forged deed
👻 A boundary dispute
👻 An undisclosed heir

These issues can come back to haunt homeowners long after closing. That's why an owner's title policy matters.

It helps protect your ownership rights and can provide coverage if certain covered title issues from the past unexpectedly surface in the future.

Which of these would scare you the most?

10/05/2026

🚨 Think your email security tools can catch every phishing attack? Not anymore.

A new phishing method known as BlobPhish is bypassing traditional security defenses by creating fake login pages directly inside a browser's memory, making them harder for filters and security tools to detect.

For professionals in real estate, title, escrow and financial services, the risks are significant:

✅ Compromised Microsoft 365 accounts
✅ Exposure of sensitive transaction information
✅ Increased wire fraud risks
✅ Access to shared documents, contacts and deal timelines

One critical warning sign: If a login page URL begins with blob:https:// instead of a trusted Microsoft login address, stop immediately and verify before entering credentials.

Cybersecurity threats continue to evolve. Awareness remains one of the most effective defenses.

Read more about how BlobPhish works and how to protect your organization: https://www.stewart.com/en/insights/blobphish-invisible-phishing-threat-real-estate

Learn how BlobPhish phishing attacks bypass traditional email and browser protections, how to identify them and what real estate professionals should do to stay protected.

10/02/2026

About 1 in 8 women in the United States will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. May we continue to raise awareness and support those affected by this disease as we honor Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

09/29/2026

Fall is a good time to give your home a little extra attention before cooler temperatures arrive. 🍂

From preparing your HVAC system to clearing leaves away from your foundation, a few seasonal maintenance tasks can help keep your home comfortable and ready for the months ahead.

Save these fall maintenance steps and check off your to-dos before the temperatures drop.

09/28/2026

Professionalism and safety go hand in hand.

There are certain things every REALTOR® should feel comfortable doing, even if they seem awkward in the moment:
✔️ Asking for identification
✔️ Verifying client information
✔️ Sharing your location with a colleague
✔️ Bringing someone along to a showing
✔️ Ending an interaction that feels unsafe

Setting boundaries doesn't make you difficult. It makes you prepared.

This REALTOR® Safety Month, let's normalize safety practices that help protect real estate professionals every day.

09/24/2026

REALTOR® Safety Month is not just about protecting real estate professionals. Home sellers should also take precautions to help keep themselves, their families and their belongings safe throughout the home selling process.
While thefts and other incidents are uncommon, taking proactive steps can help reduce potential risks.

Here are five ways homeowners can stay safer when selling their home:

1. Know who is entering your home. Ask your real estate agent to verify the identity of visitors and make it clear that you do not want anyone in your home whose identity has not been confirmed.
2. Secure valuables and personal information. Remove or safely store keys, jewelry, electronics, cash, credit cards, bills, documents containing personal information, weapons, family photos and calendars or reminders.
3. Be prepared for open houses. Ask visitors to sign in and enter and exit through a designated door. Your agent should accompany visitors to areas such as the garage or backyard and ensure doors and windows remain secure.
4. Use caution with unexpected visitors. If someone arrives without an appointment, do not open the door. Ask them to contact your real estate agent to schedule a visit.
5. Verify anyone claiming to be a buyer’s agent. If an agent arrives unexpectedly, contact your real estate agent to confirm the appointment before allowing access to your home.

Selling your home should be an exciting experience. Taking a few simple precautions can help you focus on what matters most while protecting yourself, your home and your belongings.

Learn more about REALTOR® safety resources, including checklists and other tools, at www.stewart.com/en/quick-links/safety.