Fixed-Rate Mortgages Are Stable — But Your Payment Isn’t Always Frozen By Ken Alger, REALTOR®   Fixed-rate mortgages are one of the most reliable and consumer-friendly tools in homeownership. They offer predictability, protection from interest rate swings, and long-term stability. That said, many

    Where Are the Native REALTORS®? A Direct Look at Representation, Barriers, and Real Pathways by Ken Alger, REALTOR®   In my three and a half years practicing real estate, one thing has stood out quietly but persistently: I rarely encounter REALTORS® who identify as Native American. When I looked

  The Red Flags Consumers Should Watch for When Hiring a REALTOR®   Buying or selling a home is one of the most significant financial decisions most people will ever make. Yet many consumers don’t realize that not all real estate experiences are created equal—and that some common industry practices