Housing Wire
APRIL 21, 2025
U.S. home sellers offered concessions to buyers in near-record numbers during the first quarter of 2025 as rising housing costs , high mortgage rates and growing economic uncertainty continued to reshape the real estate landscape. According to a new report from Redfin , 44.4% of home sales from January through March included concessions such as money toward repairs, closing costs or mortgage rate buydowns.
Inman
APRIL 22, 2025
State regulators are scrutinzing Realtor practices and mandating consumer-friendly, fiduciary-level professional behavior, Summer Goralik writes.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
BAM Media
APRIL 22, 2025
A new amendment to a Florida bill could shut down the states Real Estate Commission (FREC) and shift its powers to a state agency. House Bill 1461, introduced by Rep. Taylor Michael Yarkosky on February 28, initially made no mention of the Florida Real Estate Commission. That changed on April 7, when a 389-page amendment was added to eliminate FREC entirely.
Real Estate News
APRIL 24, 2025
Don Kottick to lead RE/MAX's Canada division, while a longtime HomeServices exec will helm Sothebys brokerage operations. Plus, Real elevates VP to CFO role.
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
APRIL 21, 2025
A majority of agents believe 2025 is going to be a great year for the housing market, with 85% saying they have an optimistic outlook , and 70% believing the market will be more stable, according to a new survey from Clever Real Estate. Although agents are split on whether its going to be a buyers market or a sellers market, 87% of agents predict that demand will remain very strong over the next year.
Residential Realty Today brings together the best content for real estate professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Inman
APRIL 24, 2025
Existing-home sales decreased by 5.9 percent from February and by 2.4 percent from March 2024 as homebuyers continued to deal with affordability challenges, said NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun.
Real Estate News
APRIL 19, 2025
The Georgia case joins a handful of others as agents argue they are being forced to pay unnecessary association fees to gain access to listings.
Housing Wire
APRIL 21, 2025
Homebuyers paid an average of $4,661 in closing costs on purchase mortgages last year, according to a new report from LodeStar Software Solutions. The company released its first-ever purchase mortgage closing cost report. The findings showed that, on average, closing costs represented 1.06% of home sale prices at the national level. The median percentage came in slightly lower at 0.88%.
Brownstoner
APRIL 24, 2025
In the News Park Advocates Want More Funding of Green Spaces [BP] Frankie Fest Returns to Brooklyn to Honor Local Musician [amNY] Revisit Burg Rezoning With Event Series [Greenpointers] Burgs 42 Hotel Opens New Restaurants [Greenpointers] Young People in Foster Care Due to Housing Shortage: Report [Gothamist] Churches Push to Skirt Zoning Laws and Build More… Read More > The post Daily Links: City Ups Affordability Requirements for Bigger Builds appeared first on Brownstoner.
Advertisement
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.
Inman
APRIL 22, 2025
In the first quarter of the year, 44.4 percent of homesellers included concessions in their deals, just shy of the record 45.1 percent seen at the start of 2023, according to new data released Monday by Redfin.
Real Estate News
APRIL 25, 2025
In the 39-page complaint, Compass alleges that NWMLS policies prohibiting pre-marketing are preventing meaningful competition from gaining traction.
Housing Wire
APRIL 21, 2025
Veteran mortgage executive Randell Gillespie has been named president of Kansas City -based mortgage shop LeaderOne. Gillespie joins LeaderOne following a long stint at Thrive Mortgage and Lower , which merged in early 2024. He most recently served as chief production officer at the combined company before his departure in February 2025. This company was built for these times with an incredibly strong capital base, a genuine care culture, and forward thinking creativity supported by proprietary
RIS Media
APRIL 24, 2025
Every time you visit a website, theres an invisible war happening behind the scenes. Nearly half of all internet traffic isnt humanits automated. Even more alarming, about one-third of that traffic comes from bad bots designed for malicious purposes. In some countries, like Ireland, these malicious bots make up more than 70% of all web… The post Protecting Your Digital Presence from Bad Bots appeared first on RISMedia.
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.
Inman
APRIL 21, 2025
Stephen Brobeck, senior fellow at the Consumer Policy Center, examines competing interests and competing policies to determine which will benefit consumers.
Real Estate News
APRIL 19, 2025
Listings transparency is critical for both consumers and the industry, and NAHREP supports efforts by Zillow, eXp and Redfin to provide access to all listings.
Housing Wire
APRIL 22, 2025
Today’s mortgage lending environment is shifting rapidly. Purchase loans are now outpacing refinances, and interest rates are reaching the stratosphere. Meanwhile, affordability is becoming a dream for many borrowers. Also, lenders feel the impact of high rates, as they struggle to find the right clients. However, one mortgage company is in a prime position to transform the market and deliver value to mortgage professionals.
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 24, 2025
At some point, youve probably heard the saying: Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.
Advertisement
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.
Inman
APRIL 22, 2025
Shift your business out of survival mode when you adopt a CEO mindset, implement smart processes and procedures, and scale with the future in mind, broker Jessica Souza writes.
Real Estate News
APRIL 25, 2025
A newly launched proptech company with Zillow roots offers tools to guide buyers through a transaction without representation or agent pressure.
Housing Wire
APRIL 25, 2025
The other shoe has finally dropped. After weeks of back and forth online, Compass filed an federal antitrust lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Seattle against Northwest MLS (NWMLS) over NWMLSs Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) on Friday. NWMLS is a broker-owned MLS, rather than owned by the Realtor association, meaning that it is not subject to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) rules.
RIS Media
APRIL 24, 2025
Some home-improvement projects are no-brainers whether staying or selling, such as minor kitchen and bathroom remodels and energy-efficient upgrades. Others are questionable for those who spend the money and want to recoup it in a sales price soon. Here are four dont bother improvements you should talk seller clients out of making when the For… The post Top 4 Dont Bother Projects to Flag for Your Home Sellers appeared first on RISMedia.
Advertisement
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.
Inman
APRIL 25, 2025
FirstTeam Real Estate, an independent brokerage with roots in Southern California, is taking its success nationwide. The firm recently announced the launch of its nationwide expansion, starting with new offices in Idaho and Washington. More markets are in the pipeline, including Arizona, Nevada, Oregon and others yet to be announced.
Real Estate News
APRIL 21, 2025
Zillows predicted difference from March 2025 to March 2026 went from barely positive to down 1.7%. And ongoing economic uncertainty isnt helping.
Housing Wire
APRIL 25, 2025
After years of identifying the housing market as unhealthy culminating in a savagely unhealthy housing market in early 2022 I can confidently assert that the housing market in 2024 and 2025 is on better footing. This transformation sets an extremely positive foundation for what’s to come. Some recent headlines about housing suggest that demand is crashing.
BAM Media
APRIL 24, 2025
If getting a buyer broker agreement signed feels weird, youre doing it wrong. Youre not asking someone to sign their life away. Youre asking them to let you do your job. Still, plenty of agents are fumbling the delivery, over-explaining, or acting like theyre trying to sneak something past their clients. So lets fix that. Heres my tactical guide to getting the agreement signed confidently and clearly, without being weird about it.
Advertisement
In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.
Inman
APRIL 23, 2025
What if the fastest way to break through your biggest blocks was asking AI to call you out? Real's Drew Thompson explains how.
Real Estate News
APRIL 24, 2025
Consumers may be increasingly concerned about the economy, but agents in Reals latest survey are largely feeling positive as they see buyers gain leverage.
Housing Wire
APRIL 23, 2025
A bill to expand Maryland s existing Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) program which allows property tax abatements in exchange for housing reserved for low-income tenants has been signed into law by Gov. Wes Moore (D), a move lauded by affordable housing advocates. The state’s Affordable Housing Payment In Lieu of Taxes Expansion Act will authorize the owner of rental property to enter into a payment in lieu of taxes agreement for maintaining at least 25% of the rental housing units loca
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
414 
Let's personalize your content