Latest Inflation Data Beats Expectations; Consumers Still Spending
While still ticking upward, the PCE index—the Federal Reserve’s preferred measure of price increases—rose less than expected today, fueling optimism...
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Thoughts on Leadership: Lessons From Colorado Football Coach Prime
Today, I sat down between meetings to write this post to you as I prepare to attend the 49ers vs....
NAR Outlines What a Government Shutdown Would Mean for the Real Estate Economy
If Congress is unable to agree on the provisions of a Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government by...
AI Is ‘Not a Spectator Sport,’ Real Estate Leaders Assert at RISMedia CEO & Leadership Exchange
AI. This year, you don’t have to say much more than that to get people’s attention. The shocking power of...
Pending Home Sales Slip in August
Pending home sales fell 7.1% in August, according to the latest data from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). This...
Making Agent Safety a Priority
It is the sad truth that real estate professionals face risk every day. The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) is...
The Playbook: Client Finances… What Must You Know? How Much Should You Ask?
Mortgage rates are the highest they’ve been in years. Inventory is tight and home prices have stayed elevated. Thus, many...
Why Fixer-Uppers Have Fallen Out of Favor
Many potential buyers are struggling in the current housing market, but even with the market teetering in sellers’ favor, not...
Consumer Confidence Sees Another Dip in September
Consumer confidence fell for the second month in a row, from 108.7 in August to 103 in September, according to...
New-Home Sales See Big Fall in August
Due to rising mortgage rates and a lack of inventory, new-home sales saw a drastic 8.7% dip in August, according...
Pay Agents on Time, Every Time
Agents paid promptly report higher satisfaction, and brokerages with consistent payouts tend to retain agents longer and reduce costly turnover. Keep your agents happy.
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