May home sales soared. Pending contracts tell a different story

May closed sales hit a near four-year high, but pending contracts tell a different story. Here's what the latest Redfin and Freddie Mac data say about where the market is headed.

Learn how to read the real estate market’s vital signs

When the news is gloomy and the crowd goes silent, Darryl Davis writes, the real estate professional who keeps reaching out is the one who gets heard.

Buyers, sellers and the current market moment: The Download

Location, location, location may no longer be the cardinal rule of real estate when it comes to finding a market that's both attractive and affordable.

Scottsdale REALTORS® Announces2026 Local Election Endorsements

By Suzanne Brown The Scottsdale REALTORS® association has announced its endorsements for key local candidates in 2026 elections across the communities it serves by highlighting leaders committed to protecting home values and preserving quality of life. “We proudly endorse candidates who stand for re