Should you buy or sell real estate during the holiday season? NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun discusses the latest existing-home sales data and why it was the first year-over-year increase in three years. Then, REALTOR® Steven Ellis from Hendersonville, Tennessee explains why October, November, and December are his busiest months for real estate transactions and if holiday decorations deter closing a deal. Interior designer Mary Patton gives ideas on how to make your house more festive while Kelly Fitzsimmons from Light Up Your Holidays shares the best way to light up your house for the holidays. Also, Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares five home design trends she’s thankful for.

Wondering what it’s like to buy and sell real estate in today’s market? REALTOR® Cheri Daniels discusses what is leading to a slow real estate market in Yakima, WA while REALTOR® Rose Kemp shares why Orlando’s market is stable. Plus, REALTOR® Lorraine Aurora gives advice for first-time buyers in a tight market. Then, real estate agent Victoria Sakurova describes the Georgia market and how easy it is to invest in a seaside property there. And, design expert Melissa Dittmann Tracey Shares whether papasan chairs or sectionals are hot or not.

Are you a first-time home buyer trying to navigate this challenging housing market? Broker Kelly McCormick walks first-time buyers through the entire process and shares why giving yourself time is important. NAR’s Brandi Snowden shares the latest information from the just-released 2024 Profile of Buyers and Sellers. Then, Laura Adams with Money Girl Podcast shares her top tips on saving for a down payment before NAR’s Senior Economist Nadia Evangelou discusses the latest Metro Price Report. Design expert Melissa Dittmann Tracey shares whether curved furniture or boucle fabric is hot or not.