By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

The impact of climate change on the U.S. real estate market has become impossible to ignore. With an increase in extreme weather events, rising insurance costs, and shifting buyer preferences, homeowners and investors must adapt to these evolving conditions. Here’s …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

The landscape of urban living is rapidly evolving, with smart city innovations shaping the future of real estate in 2025. As cities across the U.S. integrate cutting-edge technologies to enhance efficiency, sustainability, and convenience, homebuyers and investors are increasingly considering …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming industries across the board, and real estate is no exception. In 2025, AI-powered tools are reshaping the way homes are bought, sold, and managed, offering new efficiencies for real estate professionals and clients alike. From …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

The U.S. real estate market continues to evolve, with mortgage rates, rental trends, and policy changes shaping the landscape for homebuyers, sellers, and investors. As of February 2025, here’s a look at the current state of the housing market and …

The real estate industry faced a major shake-up when the National Association of Realtors (NAR) introduced new rules that aimed to change how commissions are handled. Some experts predicted this would significantly lower costs for homebuyers, while others doubted any real impact. Now, as we enter 2025, it’s time to …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

"You get what you pay for"—a phrase that rings especially true in real estate. While discount brokers may offer lower commission fees, they often lack the resources, expertise, and network that luxury brand real estate companies provide. Choosing Compass Real …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

"In a first-of-its-kind move, Compass has launched Compass One—the industry’s first-ever all-in-one client dashboard, connecting Compass agents to their clients in real-time," reports PR Newswire. This revolutionary platform is set to redefine how buyers and sellers engage with their real estate …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

“Housing affordability is at its lowest point in decades,” reports The Wall Street Journal. As we move through 2025, many Americans are wondering: Will home prices finally drop? With mortgage rates fluctuating, inventory still tight, and economic uncertainty lingering, buyers …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

"Homeowners—particularly first-time buyers—are worryingly late on their mortgage payments," reports MarketWatch. In 2024, serious delinquencies in mortgage payments surged, especially among first-time homebuyers and military members using Federal Housing Administration (FHA) and Veterans Affairs (VA) loans. At the end of the …

By Courtney Orlando, Courtney Orlando Group | Compass Real Estate

"Gen Z is saving more than any other generation," reports the New York Post. Yet, despite their diligent saving habits, homeownership remains out of reach for many. Born between 1997 and 2012, Gen Z faces unique financial challenges that make purchasing …