On Saturday night, the U.S. bombed Iranian nuclear sites, sending shockwaves around the world and leading people to ask me what this means for mortgage rates. This type of global event can lead to significant market movements in oil prices, the U.S. dollar and the 10-year yield in the short term. However, this year, we’ve observed some unusual market pricing in reaction to events in the Middle East....

Wondering if you need an iron filter? Learn the telltale signs iron is entering your water from your main supply, old pipes, or a...

These days, finding home design inspiration often starts in a search bar. So we compared search terms on Houzz from this year with last year and found some fascinating design trends homeowners are interested in right now. Watch the video, then check out the full article for more...

If you love to garden, you already know how it benefits both your physical and mental health. Finding ways to keep enjoying your time working outside as you age or if you have physical limitations can be a challenge, however. Fortunately, there are many ways you can make gardening easier on your...

The most notable housing trend for me in 2024 and 2025 has been inventory growth, particularly the increase in new listings during this time. I had set a minimal target of 80,000 new listings per week for 2025 and we’ve met that goal two times this year. However, the data for new listings is losing momentum. Last week, the inventory growth was particularly slow compared to previous weeks, and new...

Palm Springs, California, is synonymous with low-slung midcentury modern homes designed by some of history’s biggest names in architecture. Twin Palms, a development of 90 iconic homes by William Krisel and Dan...

When a row, or run, of cabinets doesn’t end at a wall, the last cabinet becomes an opportunity to add extra function, storage and style to your kitchen. Here are 10 ideas for putting that space to...

Dono, a company that offers artificial intelligence (AI)-based tools for title production, has appointed industry veteran Anthony Nalbone as its new head of revenue. Nalbone, who brings more than two decades of experience in the title insurance sector, joins Dono following a series of leadership roles with major firms including CATIC, Spruce Holdings, Fidelity National Agency Solutions, WFG National...

Welcome back to Tech Pulse — a new weekly series rounding up the latest in technology, including tools, integrations and trends that impact mortgage and real estate. Here’s what happened this week: Longbridge’s Bill Packer on crafting AI that’s inclusive of seniors As AI becomes more common in financial services, Bill Packer, the chief operating officer at Longbridge Financial, warns...

The American Land Title Association (ALTA) has announced three internal promotions as part of a broader effort to strengthen leadership and advocacy across the title insurance industry. Elizabeth Blosser Elizabeth Blosser has been named as chief strategy, communications and innovation officer. She formerly served as ALTA’s vice president of government affairs for state advocacy, and will now lead...