The University of Michigan Index of Consumer Sentiment slipped to 50.8 in May, its second lowest reading ever, as Americans fretted about tariffs, inflation and the job market
A new Redfin report indicates that most consumers are still willing to pay for their real estate agents and that last year's NAR rules have had minimal impacts on agent pay
The majority of the US's 100 largest markets are struggling to improve affordable housing levels, resulting in fewer purchasing options for middle- and lower-class Americans compared to 2019
Builders are navigating a complex mix of elevated costs, rising mortgage rates and waning consumer confidence, which is weighing heavily on the market
The Federal Reserve analysis found that rising home prices are likely why commission rates fell in the past 2 decades, but found no impact on rates after buyer contracts were required in 15 states
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Newly minted Keller Williams Head of Community Growth Natalie Davis talks about diversity and how childlike curiosity is key to maintaining an inclusive brokerage culture
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The Agency cofounder will cut the asking price of 235 Oceano Drive by $100K each consecutive Monday following the auction's launch, until the property sells, to create urgency
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Want agents to stay? Build a brokerage they’re proud to call home with culture, care and connection at the core, broker-owner Jessica Souza writes
Broker George T. Spyridakis alleged the rental listing platform effectively 'masked' listings while charging daily marketing fees. He withdrew the case this week after reaching a settlement
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While most Americans default to employer-sponsored 401(k) plans, self-employed real estate professionals need more adaptable solutions, Certified Financial Planner Amanda Neely writes