Tracey Royal, Coldwell Banker Realty

06/29/2026

Thinking of buying a home with a pool? Don't dive in without doing your homework! From visual inspections to equipment checks, learn what to look for during a walkthrough to avoid costly surprises down the road.

Spot trouble early to avoid costly repairs.

06/27/2026

It’s tougher than ever for first-time buyers to break into the market — and I see it every week. Rising costs, limited inventory, and higher down payments are making that first home feel out of reach. We need more affordable options to help the next generation get started.

06/25/2026

Fewer homeowners are completing a For Sale By Owner transaction and heavily turning to real estate agents for guidance.

06/23/2026

Download NAR’s new consumer guide, which helps buyers navigate rate shifts by explaining how lenders set rates, the impact of small shifts on monthly payments and strategies to get the lowest rate possible.

When you’re in the market for a home, fluctuations in mortgage interest rates can be unsettling. After all, the interest rate on your mortgage affects the price range you can comfortably afford. Approaching the issue with knowledge—including an understanding of how rate changes impact your month...

06/19/2026

Real estate brokers and agents play a critical role in maintaining an accurate, transparent database of properties for sale through multiple listing services. NAR’s newly revised consumer guide on multiple listing services offers a primer on what MLSs are and how they benefit real estate buyers and sellers.

When you buy or sell a home, your real estate professional may use an MLS to find homes for sale or market your property. Here's what you need to know.

06/18/2026

More Americans are on the move, with home sales rising to the highest level since December.

Existing-home sales perked up last month, with sales rising to the highest level in five months.

06/17/2026

An uptick in the number of homes for sale isn’t yet translating into a significant jump in sales activity.

An uptick in the number of homes for sale isn’t yet translating into a significant jump in sales activity. Here’s why.

06/16/2026

June is National Homeownership Month, when we raise awareness about the benefits of owning a home and the importance of making homeownership more attainable for all Americans.

June is National Homeownership Month, when we promote the benefits of homeownership and recommit to creating opportunities for future homeowners.

06/15/2026

Pending home sales rose last month, building on March’s modest gains and helping to reverse what had been a sluggish start to the spring housing market.

NAR’s chief economist says “cautious optimism” is emerging as the real estate market shakes off some economic headwinds.

05/25/2026

Existing-home sales increased by 0.2% month-over-month in April, according to the National Association of REALTORS® Existing-Home Sales report.

The housing market is sending some mixed signals this spring. Read more from NAR’s latest housing report.