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Relationships continue to drive results as referrals remain a consistent source of leads and new business in real estate. Gain insights from NAR's 2026 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends report: https://bit.ly/4sGXMG9

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The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose to 6.53% for the week ending May 28, a new nine-month high, according to Freddie Mac. For a buyer purchasing the median-priced home of $415,000 with 20% down, the monthly principal and interest payment now runs about $2,105. Despite the uptick, rates remain below the 6.89% average from May 2025, saving today's buyers about $78 a month compared with a year ago.

Bryson DeChambeau is a professional golfer who has hinted at a possible career pivot if LIV Golf collapses, telling reporters he would love to grow his YouTube channel and play tournaments that want him. The tournament's future is uncertain after its largest backer pulled funding on April 30.

Texas suburbs are growing at a pace that stands in sharp contrast to the nation's largest cities. The five fastest-growing cities in America are all in Texas, led by Celina, which grew 24.6% in a single year, compared to a national growth rate of just 0.5%. At the same time, the nation's largest cities, including New York, saw population declines.

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Fix It or Forget It? DIY Projects That Add Value—and Those That Don’t From quick DIY wins to risky renovations, find out the home projects that can boost resale value—and which ones to skip—so you can invest smarter before you sell.