Fed ‘couldn't confidently say’ if rate cuts will happen this year
The Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged at its May 7 meeting amid an uncertain economic environment. “We don't feel like we need to be in a hurry.”
May 7, 2025
Amie Fisher
Senior Director, News Editing
Amie is a Seattle-based real estate editor and writer with experience covering agent news, consumer housing, rentals and the luxury market. She has led content and editorial teams at Pacaso and Zillow, and previously worked as the managing editor for a regional lifestyle magazine. A Pacific Northwest native, she grew up in rural Southern Oregon among tall trees, baby goats and a territorial rooster.
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- Want to amend a buyer agreement? NAR lawyer explains howSigned agreements can be changed — but only under certain circumstances. NAR’s general counsel provides scenarios and addresses other common questions.February 4, 2025
- Buyer agreement questions? NAR lawyer has answersHow much do you really know about buyer agreements? Get the facts from NAR’s general counsel, starting with core requirements, touring agreements and more.February 3, 2025
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- Sellers want max exposure for their listings, survey findsMost sellers don’t know much about MLSs or private listing networks — but they want an agent who can get their listing in front of the largest pool of buyers.January 25, 2025
