Sun.Jul 13, 2025

article thumbnail

Let’s talk about S-E-O: What agents need to know now

Inman

SEO isn’t just about websites anymore. Here’s how real estate pros can optimize Reels, captions and AI tools to drive traffic.

Agents 168
article thumbnail

Mortgage Rates Today – July 13, 2025: Rates Spike Overall Compared to Last Week

Marco Santarelli

As of today, July 13, 2025, mortgage rates remain fairly stable with slight increases in some areas while refinance rates have shown signs of decline. According to Zillow, the national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage is at 6.87% , up from the previous 6.77% last week. Meanwhile, the average for a 30-year fixed refinance rate has decreased to 7.06% from 7.10%.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Industry pros weigh in on visibility, gatekeeping and real estate ‘Armageddon’: The Download

Inman

Leaders across the brokerage landscape had thoughts on the private listings debate, and they weren't shy about sharing them.

article thumbnail

Accidental Landlords

BubbleInfo

A local investor told me on Friday that he has a beach apartment for rent that is already priced 10% below the previous rent – and there has been no interest.

article thumbnail

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

article thumbnail

Can you guess the hidden costs of homeownership?

Seattle Times Real Estate

Unfortunately, buying a home doesn’t mean the end of significant cash outlays. How well would you be prepared for the expenses that come with homeownership?

56

More Trending

article thumbnail

This Week’s Top Stories: Canada’s Slowing Immigration Helps Job Market, and Mortgage Deliquencies Rise

Better Dwelling

Time for your cheat sheet on this week’s top stories. Canadian Real Estate How Canada’s Slowing Population Growth Is Fixing The Job Market Canada was warned that slowing population growth would hurt its economy—but it might be helping. Its rising unemployment rate wasn’t the result of job losses, but the inability for the market to […] The post This Week’s Top Stories: Canada’s Slowing Immigration Helps Job Market, and Mortgage Deliquencies Rise appeared first on Better Dwelling.

42
article thumbnail

7 tired business strategies that are costing you closings

Inman

Ditch the dead weight, lean into strategies that deliver and ensure every effort you make moves you toward a conversation that counts, Jimmy Burgess writes.

Closing 166
article thumbnail

5 Things To Do While Bored At Your Open House

BAM Media

If you’re bored at your open house today, here are 5 quick things you can do to improve your LIFE. 1. BAM BBQ, our virtual event with 3 CEOs — including Ryan Serhant, Leo Pareja, and Scott Harris — is this upcoming Wednesday. If you haven’t registered yet, do it now. You’ll be sent the replay even if you can’t make it. REGISTER NOW 2. The best way to build an impactful real estate brand is by telling a story.

article thumbnail

The battle over rates: Trump vs. Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Housing Wire

HousingWire Lead Analyst Logan Mohtashami has been tracking the battle between President Trump and Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell over interest rates since the election. Below is an updated list of articles and podcasts on the topic. July What’s Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s next move on rate cuts? July 8 Government job growth kills possibility of July rate cuts July 3 [Podcast] Mortgage rates and the pressure on Powell July 3 June [Podcast] Trump initiates a shadow Fed president

Mortgages 365
article thumbnail

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.