Real estate inquiries often fail to reach agents

A new study found many real estate inquiries go unanswered or take too long to reach an agent, highlighting gaps in lead response and follow-up.

Buyers increasingly look to co-buying to ease housing costs

A Neighbors Bank survey found 71% of Americans would consider buying a home with someone other than a spouse to make homeownership more affordable.

Home buyers turn to AI to help with their search

Buyers are using AI to compare homes, review reports and test affordability, but agents still play a key role in verifying information and providing local context.

Three factors that can help buyers secure lower rates

Realtor.com research finds that credit scores, down payments and lender choice can influence the mortgage rate a buyer receives, even when average rates are high.