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Top 10 Buyer’s Housing Markets Right Now in 2025

Marco Santarelli

If you are on the hunt for a home and dreaming of snagging a deal, you're in luck! In June of 2025, several housing markets across the U.S. are seeing a trend where homes are selling below the original asking price. According to recent data, the data shows that some locations, mainly found in the South and West, are offering buyers a chance to save.

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eXp, LPT notch big recruiting wins; RE/MAX nabs 170-agent firm

Real Estate News

Chris Heller brings his team to eXp; $10 billion duo joins LTP Realty; BHGRE firms merge in Connecticut; Tucson indie moves under United affiliate; more.

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Mortgage Rates Predictions: Will Rates Go Down to 4% Next Year?

Marco Santarelli

Are you dreaming of a 4% mortgage rate next year? If you're like many, you're probably wondering whether you hold off on buying a home or refinancing, hoping those super-low rates from the pandemic will make a comeback. The short and honest answer is no , experts aren't predicting mortgage rates will drop to 4% next year (2026). While there might be some small fluctuations, the general consensus is that rates will likely stay in the mid-6% range.

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Ten Best In The West

BubbleInfo

Give us a call! (858) 997-3801 klingerealty@gmail.com Facebook X Instagram RSS Facebook X Instagram RSS Home About Meet The Team What We Do Contact Reviews Video Reviews Zillow Reviews Properties Our Listings and Sales Blog Archives Media ABC News Nightline BubbleInfo TV Reason TV LA Times Front Page Bloomberg Resources Compass Concierge School Data Crime Data Where to Move Vendors Select Page Ten Best In The West Where to Move Written by Jim the Realtor  August 2, 2025  1 Comments If you want

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Welcome to the Future of Hospitality: Smart Rooms Start Here

Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Why the Next Big Real Estate Deal Might Be a Pro Athlete Sponsorship

BAM Media

Imagine making it to the pros… and still not being able to afford a place to live. That’s the reality for many WNBA players, including Dallas Wings rookie Paige Bueckers. In a recent interview, she made it clear that housing is her top sponsorship priority. In a recent interview with LandonBuford.com , the 23-year-old WNBA rookie said she’s not just hoping for sneaker sponsorships or brand deals.

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The industry leaders dogpiling on Zillow

Real Estate News

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Lanette Behiry/Real Estate News Industry The industry leaders dogpiling on Zillow From the Inman Connect stage to CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” the CEOs of CoStar, Realtor.com and Compass took hits at the home search giant this week. AJ LaTrace August 2, 2025 3 mins Zillow may be the dominant home search site, but that didn't shield it from a battery of criticisms this week as several industry leaders t

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Today’s 5-Year Adjustable Rate Mortgage Goes Down by 14 Basis Points – August 2, 2025

Marco Santarelli

Are you keeping an eye on mortgage rates? If you're thinking about buying a home or refinancing, you should be! According to Zillow, the national average 5-year Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM) rate has decreased to 7.16% , a 14-basis-point drop from the previous rate of 7.30%. While this might seem small, every little bit helps when you're dealing with a mortgage.

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Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: The History of the Clinton Hill Co-ops

Brownstoner

A Crown Heights Townhouse and More to See, Starting at $998K Our picks for open houses to check out last weekend are found in Park Slope, Crown Heights, and Marine Park. They range in price from $998,000 to $2.699 million. -- Affordable Housing Lottery Opens for Luxury 'Burg Build, With Units From $1,880 An… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: The History of the Clinton Hill Co-ops appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Today’s Mortgage Rates August 2, 2025: 30-Year FRM Plunges by 17 Basis Points

Marco Santarelli

On August 2, 2025, the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell slightly to 6.69% , down from 6.72% the previous day and significantly lower by 17 basis points from last week’s 6.86% average, according to Zillow’s latest data. This slight dip in mortgage rates can provide some relief for homebuyers and those looking to refinance, although overall rates remain historically elevated compared to pre-pandemic years.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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#630: First Friday: We Were Wrong About 258,000 Jobs (This Changes Everything)

Afford Anything

Interesting observations about the current housing market, meme stocks (again), GDP, Fed Meeting, Stock Market, and the latest Jobs Report updates. Timestamps: Note: Timestamps will vary on individual listening devices based on dynamic advertising run times. The provided timestamps are approximate and may be several minutes off due to changing ad lengths. 00:00 Introduction to Economic Turmoil 01:21 Jobs Report According to the BLS 09:23 Impact of Tariff Negotiations 12:36 The Broader

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Marketer of the Week: A “Mistake” Turned Viral Brand Moment

BAM Media

This week’s Walk Thru highlighted a carousel post by @eat_surreal that has been racking up hundreds of comments dripping with props for the marketers behind it. In case you’ve never heard of the company, Surreal makes a high-protein, low-sugar breakfast cereal with flavors like “blueberry muffin” and “caramelized biscuit.” They’re based in the UK and sold in only 29 stores in North America, mainly on the East Coast.

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Lower Rates!

BubbleInfo

All we need is more talk about nuclear submarines to get mortgage rates to fall into the 5s and fire up a late-summer rally!