Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in February as easing mortgage rates and more properties on the market encouraged home shoppers.

Some buyers and sellers who have been waiting for prices to drop are biting the bullet, agents said.

Sales of existing homes rose in February, as some buyers — particularly those with higher incomes — are keeping the upper end of the market alive and well.

Rep. John W. Rose on Thursday became the first major candidate to formally announce a bid for Tennessee governor.

Republican U.S. Rep. John Rose on Thursday announced his candidacy for Tennessee governor in 2026, putting him on a likely collision course with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, who also appears set on running.

Rep. Rose officially announces bid for governor