Fed Chair Again Emphasizes No ‘Risk-Free Path’ as Rate Cut Seems More Certain
Despite the uncertainty surrounding the length of the government shutdown and its ongoing effects, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell yesterday...
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Mortgage Applications Drop Nearly 2%, FHAs Grow Alone
The government shutdown reaches its 15th day, leaving the housing market scarce as new pending sales pull back and buyer...
Zillow and CoStar Spar in First Hearing Over Copyright Infringement Claims
In a hearing today for the copyright lawsuit filed by CoStar against Zillow, Judge Edgardo Ramos of the Southern District...
82% of Gen Z Say Reaching Homeownership Is Harder, as Young People Put Careers First
Homeownership is a daunting but desirable goal for many young Americans, yet many struggle to afford housing. In a survey...
Stellar MLS and BeachesMLS Launch Data Share
Stellar MLS has announced a data share collaboration with BeachesMLS that will expand access and connectivity for real estate professionals...
The Real Brokerage Launches Embedded Lending Solution Real Wallet Capital
The Real Brokerage Inc., a real estate technology platform, has announced the launch of Real Wallet Capital, an embedded lending...
Tax Reform in 2025: Structural Disruption and Strategic Reckoning for the Real Estate Professional
The tax reform enacted in July 2025 introduces significant implications for independent contractors, particularly Realtors®. While marketed as pro-small business,...
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin and CRMLS Butt Heads Over Licensing Agreement
Compass CEO Robert Reffkin has been unafraid to challenge other industry figures. Reffkin has been an outspoken critic of the...
Government Shutdown Sparks ‘Dramatic Pullback’ in Regional Housing Market
As the government shutdown reaches day 14, the future remains uncertain. Although the Senate is set to reconvene today to...
HomeSmart Rebrand Honors 25 Years of Growth, Setting the Stage for What’s Next
Celebrating 25 years of success, HomeSmart unveiled a new brand identity today complete with a new logo and messaging for...
How Real Estate Pros Defuse the Stressors of Today’s Real Estate Industry
RISMedia asked several longtime pros to share their thoughts about how they perceive the profession now, as well as their coping strategies. Read more.
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