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Have mortgage rates peaked for this cycle?

Housing Wire

After mortgage rates spiked to 8% in October, causing a riot in the real estate industry, we had an epic move lower in mortgage rates last week. Does this mean we’ve hit the peak in mortgage rates for this economic cycle? The history of economic cycles and mortgage rates would say yes, but only if the market believes the Federal Reserve is done hiking rates and being hawkish and the labor data gets softer from here.

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Don’t believe the doomsayers — buyer agency is here to stay

Real Estate News

Following the Sitzer/Burnett verdict, the internet has been buzzing about the end of buyer agency. Industry expert Russ Cofano says that's just a lot of noise.

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Great questions are the key to winning negotiations

Inman

Some negotiations go beyond the deal itself. Learning to effectively navigate them can positively impact your productivity and growth, writes broker Nick Schlekeway.

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Brokerage Beat: News from Christie's, ERA, Century 21, more

Real Estate News

Christie's expands in NorCal, Caribbean; ERA and C21 gain affiliates; CB Warburg nabs luxury agent; $4B Canadian team joins eXp; new leaders at Corcoran; 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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Seeing Greene: Rehab Costs, Renting vs. Owning, and The END of Real Estate?

Bigger Pockets

Could the end of real estate investing already be upon us? How do you know how much to spend on a renovation before buying a house?

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Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: East New York Resident Battles Investors for Home

Brownstoner

Woman Who Claimed Abandoned East New York House Fights Investors for Possession Ten years ago Sybil Green, who goes by the name Tami, was biking down a stretch of Jackie Robinson Parkway’s residential frontage road, which connects Vermont Street in East New York with Highland Park, when she noticed a house… Read More > The post Top 5 Stories on Brownstoner This Week: East New York Resident Battles Investors for Home appeared first on Brownstoner.

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Checkmate: 4 Homes with Black-and-White Floors

Sotheby's International Real Estate

A decorative motif since ancient Egypt, the black-and-white checkered floor appears in Masonic temples, the colonnade of the Grand Trianon at Versailles, and countless early-20th-century American homes. The pattern subtly introduces a sense of fun and whimsy while adding depth and dimension—checking all the boxes of thoughtful, timeless design. A Southern California Classic Richard Yohan | Sotheby’s International Realty – Los Feliz Brokerage Dating to the late 1920s, this seven-bedroom Lo

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Fort Worth Housing Market Forecast 2023: Will it Crash?

Marco Santarelli

The Fort Worth housing market in 2023 is shifting into a buyer's market. This means that the supply of homes for sale is greater than the demand for homes. This is a change from the past few years when the Fort Worth housing market was extremely competitive and seller-friendly. There are a few factors contributing to the shift to a buyer's market in Fort Worth.

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Best Places to Retire

BubbleInfo

After putting in decades of hard work, we naturally expect to have financial security in our golden years. But not all Americans can look forward to a relaxing retirement.

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Top 10 Most Dangerous Cities in America

Marco Santarelli

Do you want to know about the top 10 most dangerous cities in America? Well, buckle up because we're about to take a closer look at the places that have gained notoriety for their crime rates. From gang violence to high levels of property crime, these cities have earned their spots on the list. Get ready to explore the darker side of American urban life as we delve into the top 10 most dangerous cities in America.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Billionaire-backed tech group says it’s bought all the land it needs for utopian city

Seattle Times Real Estate

A company now owns more than 53,000 acres in the Northern California where it plans to create a walkable, green community.

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Everything about the Selling Sunset-featured Sheats-Goldstein Residence and its eccentric owner

Fancy Pants Homes

Much like the seasons that came before it, season 7 of Selling Sunset took us on another tour of the most spectacular homes in all of Los Angeles — this time stopping by one of the city’s most unique properties: the Sheats-Goldsteing residence. If you’re not familiar with John Lautner’s iconic Beverly Crest mansion, or with the estate’s flamboyant owner, then you’re definitely missing out.

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