Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

As the real estate industry looks back on the past year since the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) commission lawsuit settlement agreement business practice changes went into effect, many are wondering what, if anything, has really changed. The answer — perhaps unsurprisingly — depends on who you ask. “I think there have been some substantive changes made, especially in the way that Realtors get paid,” Art Carter, the CEO of California Regional MLS (CRMLS), said.

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Seattle Times Real Estate

AUGUST 7, 2025

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

New York City’s fast pace and culture create unique challenges for leaders in every industry, but its demanding nature can serve as a powerful catalyst for growth and success. As a native New Yorker and a real estate leader here for more than two decades, the city’s relentless drive and sometimes unforgiving pressure have shaped my leadership style.

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The Living Room

AUGUST 7, 2025

Portland Real Estate Hi there! I’m Tracey Henkels , Principal Broker with the Rooted Realty Group at Living Room Realty. Here is your Portland real estate market update for early August 2025.  Let’s look at a snapshot of the market. We’ll look at how it connects to a bigger conversation about affordability and how things are shifting around homeownership in Portland.

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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

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

The price gap between new and existing homes fell to a record low in the second quarter of 2025 — making newly built properties a more affordable option for many buyers, according to Realtor.com ’s quarterly new construction report released Thursday. The nationwide premium for new homes dropped to 7.8% as builders held prices steady while existing-home prices continued to rise.

New Construction

Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

A United Kingdom-based real estate agency has introduced personalized audio summaries as a new way for prospective homebuyers to revisit property viewings. Plans are reportedly in the works for a U.S. release. Ashton Stripp , an agency based in Sussex, is now sending custom “podcasts” to individuals who attend viewings. The recordings are roughly three to four minutes in length.

Development

AAOA

AUGUST 7, 2025

In recent years, multifamily property owners have faced a rising number of lawsuits from “serial plaintiffs” or “testers” alleging noncompliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Fair Housing Act (FHA) regulations. These legal challenges can impose substantial financial burdens on multifamily owners, encompassing not only costs associated with rectifying legitimate violations, but also the cost to defend a lawsuit and potentially pay fines, damages and the plaintiff’s legal fees

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

DALLAS, TX — August 7, 2025 —   HousingWire Data , the enterprise data division of HW Media, has launched Sold Intel , a new product offering that brings transaction-level clarity to the housing market. Sold Intel joins the platform’s existing datasets – Listings Intel and Pending Intel – offering clients a more complete view of the real estate lifecycle, from listing to contract to final sale.

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AAOA

AUGUST 7, 2025

Multifamily Bridge Loans: What Real Estate Investors Need to Know In today’s competitive market, real estate investors often need fast, flexible finance solutions to secure deals. That’s where multifamily bridge loans come in. These commercial bridge loans are designed to bridge the gap between the time a property is acquired and when long term financing is secured.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

New York-based Coldwell Banker Warburg (CBW) has welcomed two prominent teams from Elegran Real Estate — the Asset Advisory Team and the Waterview Advisory Group — as part of its continued expansion. The move brings a total of 25 new agents and brokers to CBW in recent months — reinforcing the firm’s growing influence in the competitive New York City real estate market.

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Inman

AUGUST 7, 2025

Extraordinarily detailed maps. Multi-market comparisons. Inman Market View takes another step forward — putting even richer visual data insights directly in the hands of real estate professionals.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

LPT Realty founder Robert Palmer is launching his latest venture — Aperture Global Real Estate — in Big Sky, Montana. Aperture, the luxury affiliate of LPT Realty, has established a presence in 17 U.S. states and four international cities. The firm’s expansion comes on the heels of Palmer’s success with LPT Realty, which rose to become one of RealTrends Verified’s top 10 brokerages in the U.S. in under three years.

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Real Estate News

AUGUST 7, 2025

Skip to Content Agents Brokerages MLS/Assn Tech Industry By the Numbers Consumer Illustration by Lanette Behiry/Real Estate News Brokerages Real Brokerage on a roll with record revenue, agent count  Despite letting 1,500 agents go, the company reported a net increase to more than 29,000, as well as its first-ever quarter of profitable operations. AJ LaTrace August 7, 2025 4 mins The Real Brokerage's growth streak has continued, with the company reporting $540.7 million in revenue for the se

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

What’s one thing most homeowners would say no one told them about buying a home? If you said how quickly property taxes can go up , you’re not lying—and let me give you a tip to help you save them thousands. But first, last night, some of my MBA Accounting students graciously volunteered with me to help Atlanta homeowners appeal their property taxes through the Atlanta Beltline Property Tax Assistance (shout out to Marian Davis) in partnership with Atlanta Legal Aid (shout out to Stacy Reynolds)

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AAOA

AUGUST 7, 2025

Remote work, steep mortgage rates and new types of rental properties are fueling demand far from urban downtowns. Renting is taking off in the suburbs as homeownership remains out of reach for many would-be buyers. Between 2018 and 2023, rentership surged by at least 5 percentage points in 11 out of 20 suburbs surrounding the largest U.S. metro areas, according to a recent analysis by Point2Homes, a rental market research company.

Development

Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

The real estate industry is still grappling with the fallout from the NAR antitrust lawsuit. There’s been a lot of noise — and plenty of confusion — about what the settlement actually means, where the violations occurred, and what’s coming next. Nearly a year after losing the case, NAR continues to miss the mark. It’s time to cut through the legal jargon and get real about where the true risk to the industry lies.

Agents

BAM Media

AUGUST 7, 2025

BAM Key Details: According to the NAR 2025 Member Profile, median Realtor income rose to $58,100 in 2024, up from $55,800 the year before. Agents with 16 or more years of experience earned a median income of $78,900, while those with two years or less earned just $8,100. Repeat clients and referrals accounted for 41% of the average agent’s business.

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Housing Wire

AUGUST 7, 2025

Today, we had another new low in mortgage rates. It was nothing too drastic, just a 0.2% drop from 6.57% to 6.55%, but it’s on a day that the 10-year yield is currently flat to higher, which means mortgage spreads made the difference today. Just like in 2024, mortgage spreads don’t always get the recognition they deserve. So, I thought I would show why it’s so crucial that the mortgage spreads have gotten better.

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GeekEstate

AUGUST 7, 2025

[Note from editor: The “Mastermind Showcase” highlights companies and news from members of GEM Diamond. Today’s showcase comes from the 2025 REACH Class : New Estate Only] NEO connects builders, agents, clients, and international investors through a centralized interface for showcasing and accessing new development projects. The platform hosts an extensive database of properties, from pre-construction to completed.

New Construction

Inman

AUGUST 7, 2025

Real estate agents can and should expand their real estate retirement repertoire, Thomas Phelan writes, not only for their personal retirement future but to help their clients.

Agents

HomeLight

AUGUST 7, 2025

If you’re thinking, “I want to sell my house for cash in Memphis, TN,” chances are you’re looking for a quick and simple process. With a cash sale, you can avoid prepping the home, skip repairs and showings, and choose a closing date that works for you. You’re probably wondering: How do I sell a house for cash in Memphis? What does this convenience cost?

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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.

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Marco Santarelli

AUGUST 7, 2025

On August 7, 2025, mortgage rates have shown a marginal drop from last week across all segments, with the national average 30-year fixed mortgage rate decreasing to 6.70% from 6.82%. This slight dip provides a bit of relief to homebuyers who have been grappling with historically high rates over the last couple of years. Refinancing rates, however, show mixed results with the 30-year fixed refinance rate inching up slightly to 6.98% but still down from previous highs.

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Luxury Real Estate Blog

AUGUST 7, 2025

Let's be honest—you've heard the AI hype a million times. But here's the thing: it actually is changing real estate, and some agents are already crushing it while others are still figuring out what ChatGPT even does. What if I told you there are AI tools that could cut your workload in half while making your listings look like Hollywood movies? That's exactly what's happening as we speak, artificial intelligence is changing how realtors work.

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The Mortgage Report

AUGUST 7, 2025

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Inman

AUGUST 7, 2025

An order signed by U.S. District Judge Jamal N. Whitehead on Wednesday denied NWMLS's request to stay discovery while the court considers its motion to dismiss the case.

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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.

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HomeLight

AUGUST 7, 2025

Buying a home in Alabama? Estimate property taxes with our Alabama property tax calculator and learn about exemptions, due dates, and housing costs.

BAM Media

AUGUST 7, 2025

Instagram just rolled out three new features that can boost visibility, engagement, and local discovery for content creators, including real estate professionals. These updates are designed to make the platform more social, more shareable, and more focused on real-time connection. In a recent post, Instagram CEO Adam Mosseri explained the purpose behind these new features.

Agents

HomeLight

AUGUST 7, 2025

Buying a home in Texas? Estimate property taxes with our Texas property tax calculator and learn about exemptions, due dates, and housing costs.