Hurricane season now envisioned ‘well below normal’

Storm forecasters have further downgraded predictions a little more than a month into the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, which has so far produced a single named tropical system.

Average 30-year U.S. mortgage rate rises to 6.49%

The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate drew closer this week to 6.5%, Freddie Mac reported, pushing up borrowing costs for prospective homebuyers.

Report: LGBTQ+ Gen Z buyers may face longer path to ownership

A new LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance report says family financial support, down payment savings and discrimination concerns may shape when some young adults are ready to buy. For Realtors, the survey offers a reminder to start financing conversations early and connect customers with trusted resources.

Future homebuyers cite prices, payments as top barriers

Americans who plan to buy a home in the next five years say affordability concerns are keeping them from purchasing now, according to a new survey. High prices, monthly payment worries, mortgage rates and down payment costs were among the top barriers.