Real Estate Today

From mortgage interest rates to the shortage of homes for sale, from bidding wars to skyrocketing home prices, we'll help you know what to expect in the year ahead. Plus, new home construction: Will the nation's homebuilders be able to put up enough homes in the new year to meet the surging buyer demand? 

Real Estate Today takes an in-depth look at keeping your house comfortable and cozy, without paying a fortune in utility bills. We're talking professional energy audits, which spotlight possible air leaks and other issues, furnace maintenance and the clever ways curtains can lower your energy bills. We'll also help you save money on cooling if you live in a warmer climate.

Real Estate Today's latest episode is all about giving your home a  "physical," by checking out its exterior, its windows and doors, its heating & air conditioning systems, and more. We'll tell you what to look for, and what to do if you discover an issue so your home can maintain its highest market value.

In our latest episode, we talk to the pros about real estate plans, and how to make your home a holiday wonderland! We'll share whether to put your plans to buy or sell on hold during the holidays.

This week, Real Estate Today examines the financial side of homeownership, and how it helps build generational wealth as well as the barriers to homeownership, and what's being done to knock them down.

From mortgage rates to the shift from a solid seller's market toward a more balanced market, to investment properties, we provide up-to-the-minute information that home buyers, home sellers and homeowners need to know.

From South Carolina to Hawaii, the second home market is red hot right now. We'll explore today's super-low mortgage rates that could allow you to purchase your own private getaway.

Building a brand new home or buying a new construction means making decisions and answering questions. We'll walk you through the process with help from professionals who know everything about new home construction!

Purchasing a rental property can certainly help you generate extra income and build wealth. Our experts discuss how to get started, how to find the right property, and how to find the right tenants.

While the buying frenzy may have slowed, you can still get top dollar for your home! From price to condition, from curb appeal to home staging—our experts will walk you through the selling process from start to finish!

In a competitive market, it is key you know how to buy real estate like a pro! Our experts will explain the best approaches including creating your own team, building your credit, making sure the house you want is safe and sound and more.

Embrace the changing fall market! Whether you are buying or selling, we'll update you on what you can expect in this season's industry.

Bring the value of your home to the max! Learn how regular maintenance and the power of curb appeal can push the value of your biggest investment to its highest possible level.

Celebrate Labor Day and Love Your Home! We reveal projects we can all do at home—ourselves—over the three-day holiday weekend.

Maximizing your home selling experience with "The Ultimate Seller's Checklist!" From pricing your house correctly to getting it in 'for sale' condition, to curb appeal, to the appraisal, we talk to real estate experts about what you need to know to sell for the maximum profit, in the minimum time.

What should you do before you buy a home? We give you the strategies and techniques needed in The Ultimate Buyer's Checklist! From improving your credit to going the extra step with your mortgage, we are here to help you win that house as the market starts to slightly shift towards buyers.

The best smart home devices in 2021! From smart hubs to smart lights, smart thermostats to smart door locks–we talk to the experts about the smart home tech we all rely on–now, more than ever.

Find your summer home! We take a virtual trip from the Carolinas to California with stops in Colorado and Minnesota to visit some of the hottest summer home markets in the U.S. Get advice on how to find a wonderful summer home, and how to get it so you can dream big. 

Investing in real estate allows you to earn extra income and generate greater wealth! With mortgage interest rates this low, investing now could be a life-changing move. We'll talk about how to get started, what to look for, and which types of properties are good options for first-timers.

We walk you through your first real estate selling transaction in which you stand to make some serious cash! We talk to the pros about selling your starter home and moving on to house number two. And they'll explain what to do, how to do it, and when to do it – so that you hit the ultimate goal of selling for the maximum profit in the minimum time!

Today's tough market has brought competition from other buyers, multiple offers, and bidding wars—but you can still land your dream home! Hear how to make it happen. Also, learn about down payment assistance programs that can help increase your offer. Get the information you need to succeed!

Our goal is to help you save at least $1000 in the year ahead! We look at saving money around the home on utilities, insurance, your mortgage and more. Plus, REALTORS® share how they watch the transaction – and their client's financial interests – with a keen eye, to make sure buyers and sellers spend as little as possible and save as much as possible.

We examine the amazing bond between the U.S. and the American Dream of Home Ownership on "The Independence Day Special." We explain how owning a home can help you lead a more independent life…free from paying rent and rental increases, free from a landlord's choices for paint, flooring and finishes. We also look at how Smart Home Tech empowers disabled veterans and active-duty service members take...

This week,  Real Estate Today  presents  "The New Normal."    In which we examine the changes that happened in our homes, and the entire real estate industry, during the pandemic, and whether those changes will stay – or fade away after the pandemic is over. From the way we buy and sell properties, to the migration from the cities to the countryside, to the millions of square feet of empty offices...