Following a massive advocacy blitz by the National Association of REALTORS®—which included a rare nationwide call to action—Congress passed a last-minute spending deal Saturday to avert a government shutdown and extend the authority of the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP).
The National Flood Insurance Program is set to expire at midnight on September 30th. A lapse would disrupt the purchase of flood insurance in more than 20,000 communities across the U.S. Tell Congress to extend the NFIP now.
This legislation creates a safe harbor for financial institutions in states that have legalized cannabis to accept funds derived from cannabis businesses. Learn more.
An adjustable-rate mortgage offers a low introductory interest rate, but rates may increase. Learn if an adjustable-rate mortgage is a good choice for buyers.
NAR is working hard to ensure that the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is reauthorized on time, as a lapse would delay the issuance of new flood insurance policies during hurricane season.
If you believe your rights may have been violated, we encourage you to report housing discrimination to the Office of Fair Housing and Equal Opportunity (FHEO) at the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Every April, REALTORS® commemorate the passage of the Fair Housing Act of 1968 with events and education that shine a light on housing discrimination and segregation, and a recommitment to expanding equal access to housing.
The income tax exemption on mortgage debt forgiven in a short sale or a workout for principal residences has been extended by the House of Representatives.
As more and more people come back into their offices, the utility of having a home in the city continues to rebound. And after all, New York is always the one and only New York.
That’s why it’s worth paying heed to what the pros say is trending. And why I always pay heed when the National Kitchen & Bath Association releases its annual studies.
Where you live and whether you rent or own should be part of your retirement plan. Making the wrong choice can increase your odds of running out of money in retirement.
As student debt payments resume, millennial and Gen-Z homebuyers face an additional affordability challenge. Aspiring homebuyers may delay or abandon homeownership.
If you're selling a home or commercial property, It’s important to think through how it should look and what (if anything) needs to be done to it to attract buyers.
Some homebuyers will pass over a home that doesn't appear to have enough closet space. Learn what you can do to make your closet more appealing to buyers.
If you're selling a home or commercial property, work with a broker who knows how to create a great opinion of value. It will help increase your chances of success.
The Manhattan residential sales market, like many economic landscapes, ebbs and flows in response to a myriad of internal and external factors. The recent data underscores a transitional phase marked by a rise in seller challenges and a simultaneous uptick in buyer opportunities.
With its upcoming Guoco Midtown mixed-use development, GuocoLand is creating a vibrant urban hub fostering well-being, community and the future lifestyle of the people.
The latest coffee makers and espresso machines are loaded with features that allow you to make your favorite coffee shop drink in the comfort of your own home.
A lackluster chapter in the real estate industry has translated to opportunity for proptech firms working to put invaluable data in the hands of industry professionals.
Homeowners are also including premium wellness-enhancing features in these renovated bathrooms and, not surprisingly, investing significantly more on their projects.
A report by Opendoor reveals that consumers are moving away from large, cookie-cutter homes in favor of something more streamlined that's easy to maintain.
Affordable housing accounted for approximately 43% of New York City’s $3.91B in multifamily sales in 2Q 2023 because of acquisitions by major mission-driven investors.
New Zealand's central bank kept interest rates unchanged ahead of a national election later this month where cost-of-living pressures and economic management are top concerns of voters.
Hours after being ousted as speaker of the House, Rep. Kevin McCarthy said he was "at peace" with how it played out and that he "wouldn't change a thing."