Americans Turning to Metal Buildings

Metal building homes and barndominiums are growing in popularity as buyers seek faster, cheaper construction and flexible layouts.

Food Decor Returns to Home Design

Simple touches like citrus, herbs and pantry items are reappearing in home design, adding color and warmth when used sparingly and styled with a curated, modern feel.

Mortgage Rates Dip, Ending Three-Week Climb

Rates on 30-year mortgages fell Wednesday to 6.23% from 6.26% the previous week. Borrowing costs on 15-year fixed-rate mortgages fell to 5.51%.

A Year-End Plan to Boost 2026 Growth

Updating the books, trimming unused subscriptions, meeting agents and setting targets now can help brokerages start 2026 with cleaner data and clearer focus.