In an $880M deal, the Florida-based Real Brokerage will acquire RE/MAX Holdings and brand, forming the new Real REMAX Group, a ?tech-enabled global platform.?

Ending a 3-week slide, it?s up from 6.23% last week, but lower than the 6.76% a year ago. The 15-year FRM rose to 5.64%; it was 5.58% last week and 5.92% a year ago.

Thoughtful planning can help would-be home buyers prepare for the experience. A clear look at finances and budget is a good place to start.