Can I say 'call for buyer’s agent compensation' in private remarks?
Opinion
The new commission rules are confusing. Compliance expert Summer Goralik unpacks whether listing agents can mention buyer’s agent compensation in the private remarks on the MLS
by Summer Goralik Sep 2
DC-area title companies settle agent steering scheme with AG
DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb found that 4 title companies gave financial and other perks to real estate agents in return for homebuyer referrals. The companies have agreed to pay $3M
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 29
Homie
The suit accuses NAR and major franchisors of breaking antitrust laws. The company's complaint includes alleged text messages in which agents refused to show Homie listings
by Jim Dalrymple II Aug 22
Elon Musk signals foreclosure on former home of Gene Wilder
An entity tied to Musk has filed a notice of default on the property, which Wilder's nephew purchased from Musk with the assistance of a loan from the Tesla CEO in 2020
by Lillian Dickerson Aug 22
Is it possible to market a seller wanting to offer a concession?
Opinion
With all the commission confusion as we near the Aug. 17 implementation deadline, compliance expert Summer Goralik is here to answer your burning questions, starting with concessions
by Summer Goralik Aug 13
ICYMI at Inman Connect Las Vegas: Broker edition
Discover key brokerage takeaways from Inman Connect Las Vegas that will help you enhance you practices, leverage technology and navigate the evolving real estate landscape
by Jessi Healey Aug 8
JLo, Affleck, making real estate deals as divorce rumors swirl
Rumors surrounding the couple's split have grown in recent months. Affleck has now purchased his own $20.5M home in LA while Lopez has sold an apartment for $23M in Manhattan
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 31
Housing inventory growth doesn't guarantee greater affordability
In June, 5 of the top US markets showed improvement in housing affordability and supply, according to First American, while other markets with more inventory still saw rising costs
by Richelle Hammiel Jul 30
Is luxury real estate settlement-proof? These leaders think so
Luxury homebuyers are used to paying big bucks for quality service. That's partly why panelists at Luxury Connect think the NAR settlement won't make a huge splash in the higher price points
by Daniel Houston Jul 29
Is there a right way to dress as a real estate professional?
EXp's Russ Laggan offers tips for identifying your personal and professional style and putting it to work for you as a memorable differentiator with clients and colleagues
by Russ Laggan Jul 29
Inflation cools again in June, giving mortgage rates room to ease
As inflation gets closer to Fed's 2% target, economists at Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association predict mortgage rates will continue to drop into the low 6s by the end of next year
by Matt Carter Jul 26
Citron founder Andrew Left charged with stock manipulation
A longtime thorn in Zillow's side, Left and Citron Capital LLC are accused by DOJ and SEC of profiting by taking positions in companies that were the opposite of what they told investors to do
by Matt Carter Jul 26
A person learning about SEO on their computer to signify the ultimate SEO guide for real estate agents.
Digital marketing expert Marci James offers tips to help you elevate your real estate website with backlinks and on-page SEO, improve your digital footprint and earn top-of-mind name recognition
by Marci James Jul 1
Lower rates boost homebuyer demand for 3rd week in a row
Mortgage rates have been on the decline since late April, as closely watched data releases suggest the economy is cooling and that the Fed may start cutting rates as soon as September
by Matt Carter Jun 26
Median home sale price in US rises to record high as transactions dip
The median sale price for an existing home in the US has grown to a whopping $419,300 — the highest since NAR began tracking the metric — following 11-consecutive months of price gains
by Ben Verde Jun 21