Buyer Beware in Virginia: A new explainer highlights that Virginia sellers face limited disclosure duties, so buyers must do deeper due diligence on zoning, flood risk, historic rules, utilities, and more. Local Market Pulse (Redfin): Home sales are mixed across metros—Coeur d’Alene is up (+3.7% sold YoY) while Salem is down (-7.3% sold YoY), and Portland shows growth (+7.7% sold YoY). Mortgage Rates Watch: Freddie Mac puts the 30-year fixed at 6.49%, keeping affordability tight even as purchase activity steadies. Housing Bill Standoff: Trump canceled a signing ceremony for a bipartisan housing affordability bill, tying it to the SAVE America Act—adding uncertainty for renters and buyers. Pre-Approval Advantage: Mortgage advisers say getting formal pre-approval before house hunting can strengthen offers and reduce financing delays. Condo Financing Risk: Fannie Mae’s condo blacklist may expand as stricter condo safety standards tighten access to conventional loans. Florida Title Tech: Trusted Title Search launched a streamlined online platform for Florida title, lien, and foreclosure research. Short-Term Rental Backlash: One family says short-term rental hostility cost them nearly $1M and helped trigger a pause on rental permits in Anderson County.