Mary J. Bollington, Realtor

04/27/2025

04/27/2025

Jessica Lautz, NAR's Deputy Chief Economist and VP of Research, reacts to the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate from Freddie Mac remaining flat from last week and the rise in mortgage applications.

04/27/2025

Ready to make a move this spring? This week, we’ve got insights from the First-Time Home Buyer Affordability Report, plus winning strategies to help you compete in today’s competitive real estate market. We’re also breaking down the spring weather forecast—find out which areas are likely to experience ideal conditions and which ones might see unpredictable weather. Tune in to get the information you need to succeed this season.

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https://www.nar.realtor/real-estate-today?cid=sm_RET1549

04/26/2025

The market is showing a tug-of-war between first-time buyers and those able to pay all cash. First-time buyers increased to 31% from 28%, and the share of homes selling above the asking price jumped to 21% from 15%. https://bit.ly/2GFPb3O

04/26/2025

The median price of a home sold in February was $398,400, up 3.8% from the same time last year.

04/26/2025

Understanding homeowner’s insurance is essential for anyone looking to purchase a home. Start looking at policies early—and ask an agent who is a REALTOR® to connect you with a licensed insurance agent for assistance.

04/26/2025

This report is a key indicator of housing market strength based on a monthly survey sent to over 50,000 real estate practitioners.

04/26/2025

Are you a house seller? Knowing the ins and outs of FHA loans can help you when its time to negotiate with an FHA borrower. https://www.fha.com/fha_article?id=3998

04/26/2025

Why do women lead in homeownership? Education. More women are earning degrees, leading to greater financial stability – a key factor in achieving and sustaining homeownership. Knowledge is power, and so is owning a home.

04/26/2025

04/26/2025

Depending on your work history and other savings, Social Security income may be a crucial part of your retirement strategy.

In fact, 77% of current retirees in the U.S. rely on Social Security income to make ends meet, according to a recent Bankrate survey. But not everyone gets the same amount.