U.S. Existing-Home Sales Increase 1.5% in Sept.
In the South, existing-home sales climbed 1.6% in September and nearly 7% year-over-year, outpacing other regions as lower mortgage rates improved affordability.
Pre-Sale Upgrades May Speed Up Home Sales
Homes with pre-sale improvements sell 72% faster, experts say, as agents focus on helping sellers boost appeal and profits instead of chasing new leads.
Falling Rates Spur Home Equity Decisions
With rate cuts expected, homeowners weigh HELOCs for flexibility or fixed loans for stability as they consider tapping record home equity levels.
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