Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Homebuyers in 2025 are finally getting some good news. Active housing inventory is returning to the levels we experienced before the pandemic, which means the chaotic and unhealthy housing market of the last several years is finally a thing of the past. As someone who was concerned about home prices skyrocketing out of control between 2020 and 2022, I am happy to see the housing market just returning to normal.
Real Estate News
JUNE 24, 2025
Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Shutterstock Agents Opendoor betting on agent partners as it looks to boost revenue “We’re in growth mode. We’re eager to get more great agent partnerships going because we have so many customers we want to serve,” the company said. AJ LaTrace June 24, 2025 4 mins Key points: Opendoor announced this month that it is expanding its Key Connections referral program that connects agents with a seller from the start of
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Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Does winning new business feel harder than ever? It’s not your imagination. Higher interest rates , low housing inventory, and tighter margins have combined to shrink the number of available transactions. And with all title professionals vying for scarcer deals, it’s easy to feel like you’re doing all the right things—delivering great service, meeting deadlines, solving problems—only to be passed over on referrals.
Real Estate News
JUNE 24, 2025
Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Shutterstock Brokerages Judge gives final OK to 15 commissions settlements The deals in Gibson and Keel total more than $20 million, closing another chapter in the years-long litigation over agent fees. Dave Gallagher June 24, 2025 3 mins Several more brokerages and MLSs can breathe easier after a district court judge signed off on another round of settlements in the commissions lawsuits.
Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering
The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Look at all the variables at play in the housing market and it’s hard not to feel pessimistic about the affordability crisis. Mortgage payments continue to increase thanks to high mortgage rates, home insurance premiums are on the rise in markets vulnerable to natural disasters and the rent is still too dang high for renters who in another era would be shopping for their first home.
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Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Williston Financial Group (WFG) announced the release of a new digital tool through subsidiary Volly that aims to enhance collaboration between mortgage loan officers and real estate agents. The new feature, known as Volly Network Connections, is part of the company’s broader marketing suite and offers loan officers real-time notifications about partner real estate listings.
Real Estate News
JUNE 24, 2025
A rise in retirement-related home sales is creating more inventory and starting to put pressure on high prices in the D.C. area, a Bright MLS survey suggests.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
In a move that’s unsurprising, U.S. District Court Judge Stephen Bough has granted final approval to 15 more commission lawsuit settlement agreements. Bough granted final approval to settlements negotiated in the Gibson and Keel suits during a joint hearing on Tuesday afternoon. The settling defendants in the two suits, both of which are being overseen by Bough, filed a joint motion for final approval last week.
Inman
JUNE 24, 2025
While competitors focus on traditional SEO tactics, marketing expert Molly McKinley writes, forward-thinking professionals can build the review foundation that will drive AI recommendations for years to come.
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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.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Christie’s International Real Estate Sereno , the largest locally owned and operated independent real estate brokerage in Northern California , is continuing its growth with the addition of five top-producing agents — formerly with Intero Real Estate Services — to its South Santa Clara County operation. Joining the firm’s Morgan Hill, California, office are Karen Nelsen, Stephanie Nelsen-Alanis, Patty Filice, Christina McDermott and Judy Guardino.
Inman
JUNE 24, 2025
Holly Brink shares agent Abby Goodell's no-frills strategy for turning Facebook Marketplace posts into legit buyer leads and examines why most agents overlook the platform.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Cenlar FSB , the second-largest U.S. subservicer, will close its facility in O’Fallon, Missouri, resulting in the termination of 93 employees, according to documents sent to state officials. The layoffs will affect a range of roles, including 13 loss mitigation advocates, 11 MSP collections professionals and ten customer assistance specialists. Staff across all levels — including trainers, coordinators, managers and directors — are impacted.
Seattle Times Real Estate
JUNE 24, 2025
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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.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Rocket Mortgage , the home lending arm of Rocket Companies , announced Tuesday it will now offer bridge loans , a short-term financing option that helps homeowners tap into their equity while selling their current property. Bridge loans are designed to help buyers cover down payments or closing costs on a new home before finalizing the sale of their existing one.
Inman
JUNE 24, 2025
The president and CEO of Douglas Elliman sat down with Inman to discuss some of the brokerage's most recent exciting updates and said he doesn't view speaking engagements as a chore, but more like a good deed.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
While the more attention-grabbing parts of Compass ’s complaint in its suit against Zillow included late night calls between Robert Reffkin and “co-conspirator” Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman , and a tense meeting with Zillow executives, the complaint also detailed the business impacts Compass is feeling as a result of Zillow’s policy. In the complaint , Compass claims that Zillow’s policy “destroys” its ability to use the first two phases of its three-phase marketing plan : pr
Real Estate News
JUNE 24, 2025
Fed Chair Jerome Powell wouldn’t commit to a July rate cut and reiterated that inflation and labor market shifts will guide the central bank’s decisions.
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As the real estate market evolves, technology has become essential for success. According to NAR, only 26% of agents feel their brokerage provides the necessary tech tools and, as a result, agents seek teams and brokerages who prioritize technology investments! Whether you manage an established team or are forming a new one, this guide outlines key considerations and necessary applications to thrive.
Housing Wire
JUNE 24, 2025
Soaring prices and increasingly strained affordability have made things difficult for prospective buyers shopping for their first home. But for households that own their home already, rising prices have been a wealth bonanza. That’s evident in data from the annual State of the Nation’s Housing Report from Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies (JCHS), which shows that aggregate U.S. home equity hit an all-time high of $34.5 trillion in 2024.
Inman
JUNE 24, 2025
By embracing service opportunities, The Agency's Vice President of Vibes Makenzie Green writes, agents and brokerages can transform their professional influence into a force for meaningful change.
Seattle Times Real Estate
JUNE 24, 2025
From its large swimming pool to its 434 feet of waterfront, a newly listed $79 million property in Bellevue is making a splash as the most expensive estate on the Pacific Northwest market.
RIS Media
JUNE 24, 2025
In the latest RISMedia webinar—“Maximizing Your Niche: How to Specialize and Dominate a Target Market”—panelists included Colette Stevenson, CEO of REsides, an independent MLS known for its borderless model and broker-centric equity structure; Skyler Lemons, a real estate broker with EXIT Strategy Realty in Chicago; and Robert Clarkson, founder and broker of The Alliance Group… The post The Niche Knack: Strategies for Focusing on Areas of Exclusivity appeared first on RISMedia.
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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.
Seattle Times Real Estate
JUNE 24, 2025
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Eye on Housing
JUNE 24, 2025
Lumber cost uncertainty has risen from the start of the year, driven in part by potential higher tariffs, particularly on Canadian softwood lumber. Despite the continued use and threat of tariffs, U.S. sawmill and wood preservation firms have not increased production to a level that replaces imports. In fact, utilization rates continue to fall, meaning.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
JUNE 24, 2025
S&P/Case-Shiller released the monthly Home Price Indices for April ("April" is a 3-month average of February, March and April closing prices). February closing prices include some contracts signed in December, so there is a significant lag to this data. Here is a graph of the month-over-month (MoM) change in the Case-Shiller National Index Seasonally Adjusted (SA).
Brownstoner
JUNE 24, 2025
This week, a look back at four of our featured listings from six months ago focuses on homes in Crown Heights, Brooklyn Heights, Downtown Brooklyn, and Flatbush. How did they fare? First up, this 1890s row house designed by Axel Hedman is in the Crown Heights North II Historic District. This… Read More > The post Brooklyn Real Estate Listings Six Months Later: Three Sold, One in Contract appeared first on Brownstoner.
Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty
Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.
RIS Media
JUNE 24, 2025
Back in 2014, a company called Opendoor launched what was a novel business model at the time—letting people sell their homes “with a few clicks on a computer.” Early investors included Sam Altman, now of OpenAI fame, and Paypal co-founder Max Levchin, at a time when numerous “disruptors” promised to restructure the real estate process… The post Opendoor Pivots to Referrals, With iBuyer Aspirations Dimmed appeared first on RISMedia.
Eye on Housing
JUNE 24, 2025
After a strong rebound in May, consumer confidence resumed its downward trend in June. Consumers remain concerned about the economy and labor market amid ongoing uncertainty, especially around tariffs. This month’s decline erased almost half of last month’s sharp gain, suggesting continued volatility in consumer sentiment.
App Folio
JUNE 24, 2025
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