RIS Media

MAY 20, 2025

Zillows ban of private listings is soon coming into effect, with the portal releasing details today of how its controversial Listing Access Standards will unfold. The standardswhich were created to be compliant with NARs much-debated Clear Cooperation Policyhave been a hot topic in the industry since they were announced in April. Since then, Zillow has… The post Breaking Down the Ban: Zillow Shares Details of New Listing Standards appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

MAY 17, 2025

One of the lesser known storylines in housing economics is that the improvement in mortgage spreads since 2023 has contributed to a noticeable trend in purchase application data for 2025, which is now showing 15 consecutive weeks of positive year-over-year growth. Mortgage spreads recently turned negative due to market volatility, which resulted in an increase of 20 to 25 basis points in mortgage rates.

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Real Estate News

MAY 22, 2025

Existing home sales slid in April and the return of 7% mortgage rates isnt helping the depressed spring buying season.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 21, 2025

Maybe youve heard the number of homes for sale has reached a recent high.

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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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Inman

MAY 20, 2025

Michael Liebowitz argued at Inman On Tour Miami that real estate agents' job is to educate consumers and help them understand risks but that those consumers should still have a choice in how they market their homes.

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Real Estate News

MAY 20, 2025

Publicly marketed listings that are not widely available will be flagged beginning May 28 and new listings that dont comply may be barred starting June 30.

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Marketing 312

Keeping Current Matters

MAY 20, 2025

When buying a home, youre probably thinking about mortgage rates, home prices, your down payment, and maybe even your closing costs. But you may not be thinking about homeowners association (HOA) fees.

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Inman

MAY 20, 2025

Zillow will send warnings about non-compliant listings beginning May 28, but enforcement won't start until June 30. Agents will receive two warnings before their third non-compliant listing is blocked, executives said.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2025

As Congress continues its effort to rewrite major portions of the tax code, the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ) unveiled new polling showing just what the American people are looking for in the legislation. The national survey shows overwhelming bipartisan support for tax provisions that strengthen homeownership, support small business owners and the middle class, and unlock more housing inventory.

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Real Estate News

MAY 19, 2025

After weeks of relative stability, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage surged as treasury yields rose on the heels of the May 16 announcement.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 19, 2025

If youre a homeowner, chances are youve built up a lot of wealth just by living in your house and watching its value grow over time.

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Inman

MAY 17, 2025

Legendary Texas world-record holder Ben Caballero shares the secrets that allowed him to sell 7,000 homes last year.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2025

As economic concerns grow, a new survey from Realtor.com shows that a significant share of prospective homebuyers may view a potential recession as an opportunity rather than a deterrent. According to the survey , 63.4% of respondents expect a recession within the next year, reflecting the highest level of concern since 2019. Despite that, nearly 30% of home shoppers said a downturn would make them more likely to purchase a home almost double the 15.8% who said it would make them less likely to

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Real Estate News

MAY 21, 2025

While consumers have disrupted services like travel and transportation, thats less likely to happen in the real estate industry, research suggests.

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Keeping Current Matters

MAY 22, 2025

If youve been house hunting lately, youve probably felt the sting of todays mortgage rates.

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Inman

MAY 20, 2025

The iconic Upper East Side townhouse where Audrey Hepburn's character Holly Golightly lived is on the market for $15 million, offering not only a prestigious address, but a piece of cinematic history.

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Housing Wire

MAY 22, 2025

U.S. home prices are projected to flatten in the third quarter and decline 1% year over year by the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a new report from Redfin. The company also expects mortgage rates to remain elevated near 7% through the end of the year. This marks a sharp reversal from more than a decade of mostly rising prices. Except for a brief dip in 2023, home prices have increased on a yearly basis since 2012, driven by a prolonged sellers market.

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Real Estate News

MAY 22, 2025

Leaders of the company's owned and franchise brands sat down this week to discuss expansion opportunities and how women are leading the way.

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BAM Media

MAY 21, 2025

Americans spent over $600 billion on remodeling in 2024. Yes, $603 billion. Thats how much homeowners across the U.S. spent on remodeling projects in 2024, according to data from the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI). The scale of investment speaks volumes: even as home prices and mortgage rates remain elevated, Americans are choosing to improve rather than move.

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Inman

MAY 19, 2025

Kirsten Childress alleged she was drugged and sexually assaulted following a private event during eXp Shareholder Summit in May 2023. She is the sixth woman to make similar allegations in court.

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Housing Wire

MAY 20, 2025

The government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) have been under the conservatorship of the federal government since the 2008 financial crisis, and for some time now many in the mortgage industry have thought this should end. But what is the goal of ending the conservatorships for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac ? GSE reform was up for debate at a panel on Tuesday morning at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA)’s Secondary and Capital Markets Conference in Manhattan.

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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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Real Estate News

MAY 19, 2025

In a speech to industry executives, Scott Turner emphasized the agencys mission-minded focus and his plans to cut out the bureaucracy that gets in the way.

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Bigger Pockets

MAY 22, 2025

Rent growth has slowed significantly since the massive hikes of 2020-2023, but could we be close to another major rebound?

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Inman

MAY 21, 2025

In slower markets, agents who are strategic, creative and proactive rise to the top, Coldwell Banker Warburg's Kevelyn Guzman writes. Those who wait for conditions to change get left behind.

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Housing Wire

MAY 18, 2025

To add to the list of dramatic events in 2025, Moodys downgraded U.S. credit by one notch on Friday from Aaa to Aa1 raising concerns about mortgage rates. Moodys pointed to increasing debt and interest payment ratios notably higher than those of comparable sovereign nations. This downgrade has sparked a range of reactions among market participants, with some suggesting that it may be politically motivated, given the timing and challenges facing the Republican budget and tax cuts.

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Real Estate News

MAY 21, 2025

Adjustable-rate mortgages are gaining ground, and real estate agents can play a role in dismantling old stigmas and guiding buyers toward informed choices.

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BAM Media

MAY 20, 2025

Today, Zillow shared additional details on its new Listing Access Standards , including what counts as public marketing, how enforcement will work, and the exact dates agents need to know. If you’re marketing a listing publicly but not entering it in the MLS within one business day, that listing could soon be blocked from Zillow and Trulia. Here’s what was clarified by Zillow.

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Inman

MAY 19, 2025

Real estate agents are increasingly turning to advanced tech, like AI automation and data integration, to market faster, smarter and better.

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