Sat.Oct 26, 2024

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Housing inventory fell last week. Have sellers called it quits?

Housing Wire

Since mid-2022 when mortgage rates headed higher , two facts have been apparent: new listings data has been trending at the lowest levels ever recorded in history and inventory has been able to grow from record low levels thanks to mortgage rates staying elevated. We’ve seen some growth in new listings this year compared to 2023 levels, which is good for housing.

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In the courts: What’s new, and what’s next

Real Estate News

There's more than $110 million at stake in a nine-brokerage commissions settlement hearing next week, while eXp has come under fire for its recent deal.

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NAR is a perpetual-motion lawsuit magnet: The Download

Inman

A spate of recent lawsuits makes it clear the NAR's legal woes are far from over. Where do they (and you) go from here?

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‘Unfiltered’: It’s time to make big moves — not ‘cry and whine’

Real Estate News

Watch the conversation with consultant Jack Miller as he discusses The Opportunity Report, which delves into agent pay, NAR policies, the role of MLSs and more.

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The 2025 Real Estate Roadmap to Success

Don’t just react to changes, plan for them, so you can approach the new year with confidence, direction, and a competitive edge for your business. Having a well-defined business plan helps you chart a clear course, navigate challenges, and set a foundation for growth. This workbook gives you the key steps to outline what matters and will ensure you’re moving ahead.

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Real Estate Investing Trends and Predictions for 2025

Marco Santarelli

Real estate investing has long been recognized as a cornerstone for building wealth, but as we move into the latter part of 2024, the market presents new complexities and dynamics that require reevaluation. Amid high interest rates and various economic uncertainties, the strategies we employ in real estate investing are undergoing significant transformations.

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Brokerage Beat: News from C21, Christie's Real Estate, KW, more

Real Estate News

Woman-owned indie joins Century 21 in Virginia; Christie's expands to Western and South Australia; KW launches in Guatemala; CB Warburg adds agents.

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Mortgage Rates Surge Past 6.5% for the First Time Since August 2024

Marco Santarelli

As of October 24, 2024, mortgage rates have climbed north of 6.5% for the first time since August , marking another significant shift in the housing market that many aspiring homeowners might find chilling. The average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage now sits at 6.54% , a slight rise from 6.44% the previous week, reflecting a prevailing trend of increasing rates that have now persisted for four consecutive weeks.

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Most Popular Halloween Decorations of 2024

BAM Media

A new Google Trends analysis by Lombardo Homes shows an uptick in Halloween spirit—and spending—this year, compared to last. Based on its research, Lombardo Homes identified the 10 most popular Halloween decorations of 2024, along with the states and U.S. cities where residents are most obsessed with decorating for the spooky season. Does your state’s (or city’s) favorite Halloween decoration match your own?

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