Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2025

Real estate brokerages have faced their fair share of challenges over the past year — from legal threats and business practice changes, to a slow housing market and the breakneck pace of technological development. With all of these changes and challenges many wonder if we are on the precipice of a brokerage mass extinction event. Panelist Craig McClelland, James Dwiggins, Linda O’Koniewski and Byron Lazine contemplated this question on Sunday at HousingWire’s The Gathering.

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Inman

JUNE 8, 2025

As some brands scale back their Pride Month campaigns, others are doubling down on meaningful support. For real estate pros, the opportunity lies in showing up with purpose — and turning values into long-term brand equity.

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Housing Wire

JUNE 8, 2025

Private listings and Clear Cooperation ( CCP ) have been Compass ’s headline calling cards over the past several months, but at HousingWire’s The Gathering on Sunday, mergers and acquisitions were the primary focus. In a conversation with Diego Sanchez, the president of HousingWire, Lacey Conway, the CEO of Latter & Blum and Compass executive vice president of M&A , discussed her firm’s acquisition strategy, as well as the integration of Latter & Blum into Compass.

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BubbleInfo

JUNE 8, 2025

Here’s an example of how home sellers can get jammed up by lower sales in the surrounding area and the market turning. During the frenzy, any lower-priced sales nearby were shrugged off by the anxious buyers who just wanted to get any house at any price. Not now.

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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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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

Remember those crazy days, just a few years ago, when trying to buy a house felt like competing in the Olympics? Bidding wars, sky-high prices, and barely any time to even think before making a huge offer. Well, things are changing, and as we move through 2025, it's becoming clear that the housing market is becoming buyer-friendly. For the first time in what feels like ages, the scales are starting to tip in favor of those looking to purchase a home, and there are several key reasons why.

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Better Dwelling

JUNE 8, 2025

Time for your cheat sheet on this week’s top stories. Canadian Real Estate Canadian Unemployment Soars, Driven By Immigration More Than Tariffs Canadian unemployment climbed but it wasn’t due to tariffs as expected. The unemployment rate hit 7.0% in May, with the unemployed population hitting 1.6 million. The employed population grew as well—the problem is […] The post This Week’s Top Stories: Canadian Real Estate Demand Erodes & Unemployment Soars appeared first on Better

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

Have you ever wondered how much the cost of borrowing money to buy a house has changed over the last year? It's a big question, and if you're thinking about buying a home – or even just keeping an eye on the economy – understanding the trends in mortgage interest rates is super important. Over the past year, as shown in the mortgage interest rates graph over the past year , we've seen some interesting movements that can really impact what you pay each month for your mortgage.

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Norada Real Estate

JUNE 8, 2025

As of today, June 8, 2025, mortgage rates for various home loan types show varying trends. The national average for a 30-year fixed mortgage rate slightly declined to 7.03%, marking a decrease from the previous week. The refinance rates have softened overall but still remain higher than many borrowers would prefer. Let’s take a deeper dive into the current mortgage and refinance rates, as well as the broader economic context that influences these figures.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

Deciding whether to refinance your mortgage now or wait until 2026 is a big question many homeowners are grappling with. Right now, in mid-2025, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate is sitting around 6.9%. Forecasts suggest we might see a slight dip by the end of 2026. So, what's the right move for you? The short answer is: it truly depends on your individual circumstances, but if your current rate is significantly higher than what's available today and you plan to stay in your home for th

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A Student of the Real Estate Game

JUNE 8, 2025

Over the past few months, I’ve been on the ground in Orlando, Fort Myers, and Atlanta, walking properties, grilling onsite teams with questions, and touring every comp. It’s how I solidify our investment thesis and shape a tailored business plan. This is what I love about the real estate business. I got into multifamily because I enjoy the sticks and bricks—working with partners across disciplines to build communities that residents are proud to call home.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

If you've been anywhere near the Florida housing market, you know things have been wild for the last few years. Prices shot up faster than a rocket from Cape Canaveral! But lately, the tune is changing. According to the latest data from Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) for April 2025, while the national housing market is slowing its growth pace, five specific Florida housing markets have been flagged with a very high risk of experiencing a major price decline.

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BAM Media

JUNE 8, 2025

Sitting an open house with nothing but your thoughts and a plate of stale cookies that you’ve been slowly consuming? Here are five productive things you can do while you wait for someone or if you’re not sitting one at all. U.S. Housing Market Inventory Hits 1 million for first time since 2019. READ HERE. NAR changes code of ethics language on harassment and hate speech.

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Marco Santarelli

JUNE 8, 2025

If you've been eagerly watching the housing market, waiting for some relief from those sky-high prices, there might be some good news on the horizon. According to a recent forecast by Redfin, a brokerage and listings site, the seemingly unstoppable climb of the housing market is expected to take a pause, with a nationwide price decline anticipated by the end of 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.

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