'Uber depressed' home sales prompt stark 'red flare' warning from economist
Elevated mortgage rates, weakening home price growth and uncertainty from Trump's tariff policy are setting the housing market on a dangerous path, Moody's economist Mark Zandi said on X
by Marian McPherson Jul 17
Finding Financial Freedom: Karen Roy’s 2nd act blueprint
Coach Melanie Klein profiles Karen Roy, who found mentorship, ongoing training and a strong brand when she joined a real estate team
by Melanie Klein Jul 17
5 reasons part-time agent doesn't mean rookie agent
Next time you’re working with a part-time agent, Jonathan Pressman writes, give them a chance to show you what they bring to the table before you jump to conclusions
by Jonathan Pressman Jul 17
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A US District judge has dismissed James Lutz's antitrust complaint against HomeServices of America and Douglas Elliman. Lutz has 21 days to file an amended complaint for 3 of his 4 claims
by Marian McPherson Jul 16
NAR defeats discount brokerage Homie in antitrust lawsuit
The court determined that Homie's claims were no longer timely, that it failed to make a case for antitrust injury and it did not provide enough evidence to prove wrongful interference
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 16
Foreign buyer property purchases in the US rose 33% from last year
Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. Median purchase price for foreign buyers hit a new record high at $494,400, according to NAR's report
by Lillian Dickerson Jul 15
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NAR has released its Market Statistics Dashboard, a tool that tracks housing and economic trends and provides forward-looking analyses for home sales and pricing activity
by Marian McPherson Jul 15
Has this Austin MLS 'solved' the private listings conundrum?
Flex Listings provide a functioning model that restores transparency, preserves cooperation, and gives sellers and buyers control, clarity and access, Eric Bramlett writes
by Eric Bramlett Jul 15
Yes, you've changed your process in light of the private listings drama
While you were short on details, you said that you've changed the way you talk with your seller clients about their options in light of the private listings debate
by Inman Jul 15
Viral 'realtorshateme' campaign creator launches self-sale software
Ridley founder Mike Chambers says he built his software after facing censorship and harassment from real estate incumbents
by Craig C. Rowe Jul 15
Century 21 CEO on rethinking the inventory challenge
Adapting to market changes and creating options for clients allows real estate agents to stay relevant and engaged no matter what shifts may occur, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes
by Mike Miedler Jul 15
Why legacy could be real estate’s most overlooked business builder
A wave of experienced real estate agents is stepping out of production. What does that mean for younger agents, and how can they take advantage of the opportunity?
by Amy Stockberger Jul 15
Industry pros weigh in on visibility, gatekeeping and real estate 'Armageddon': The Download
Leaders across the brokerage landscape had thoughts on the private listings debate, and they weren't shy about sharing them
by Christy Murdock Jul 13
Compass agrees to share its exclusive listings, with 2 caveats
Compass said it will share its 6K-plus exclusive listings with brokerages and multiple listing services, as long as they don't alter or monetize listings — or share listings with platforms that do
by Marian McPherson Jul 11