Are Real Estate Agent Fees Part of Closing Costs? Guide for Buyers and Sellers

Real estate agent fees are paid at closing, but they’re not usually considered part of a buyer’s closing costs. Instead, they’re a separate expense that’s handled as part of the overall transaction. The confusion comes from how the term “closing costs” is used. In most cases, buyers use “closing cos

Mortgage Interest Rates Today: Rates Rise to 6.30% as Inflation Threat Returns

Mortgage rates ticked back up this week after new signs of inflation led the Federal Reserve to hold interest rates steady, with some policymakers signaling the possibility of a rate hike in the future. The average rate on 30-year fixed home loans edged up to 6.30% for the week ending April 30, up 7

EXCLUSIVE: Hulk Hogan’s Florida Mansion Has Its Price Cut by $2 Million—Less Than 3 Months After Listing for $11 Million

The Florida mansion where wrestling legend Hulk Hogan passed away has undergone a significant $2 million price cut—less than three months after it first hit the market. Hogan, whose real name was Terry Gene Bollea, died at the age of 71 at his Clearwater, FL, home in July 2025, months after he had u

The Agent Playlist: Song Suggestions for Your Next Open House

Planning for an open house requires diligence; you don’t get a second chance for the first impression of a house. For real estate agents wanting to add a bit more fun to the touring, your options range from a snack table to a music playlist.  When it comes to picking the right song, it never… The po