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IThe Move: What Happened on September 17 On September 17, 2025, the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) cut the federal funds rate by 25 basis points, bringing it down to 4.00%–4.25% — its first rate reduction since December 2024. Federal Reserve Official Statement Fed Chair Jerome Powell said the committee would continue to make data-driven decisions and stopped short of promising a steady series of cuts. […]

If you’ve been thinking about downsizing to lower your expenses, be closer to family, or just make life easier, here’s a trend worth paying attention to: More homeowners are buying their next house outright, without taking on a new mortgage. And, if you’ve owned your home for a while, you may be able to do the same. No

IAre you wondering if you’re on track to retire someday? According to Intuit, 69% of people say today’s financial environment makes it tough to plan for the future, and 68% aren’t sure they’ll ever be able to retire. That’s why many people are exploring new ways to build stability and long-term income. And that’s where real estate comes

In today’s housing market, real estate concessions are becoming more common than ever. Recent data shows that almost 44% of sellers are making concessions to help their homes stand out and get sold faster. But what exactly does this mean for buyers and sellers? A real estate concession is any benefit a seller offers to