Cryptocurrency: First U.S. Real Estate Deed Recorded Using Ethereum
Cryptocurrency is making headlines again—this time, in real estate. A pilot program in South Burlington, Vt.—initiated by global blockchain real...
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Changes to Fannie, Freddie Could Do Harm: Report
Changes to the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are on the table—and although they intend to mitigate...
Prices Starting to Top Out
Home prices are starting to top out, with appreciation decelerating as the market moves toward a peak, according to the...
February Jobs Impress
Fed Has Green Light February brought the economy an impressive 313,000 jobs and 4.1 percent unemployment, with average hourly wages...
Changes Coming to USDA Rural Housing Loan Eligibility
Access to affordable, safe mortgage financing is a struggle for many rural Americans. Large banks and mortgage lenders often do...
5 Great Cities for Millennial Homebuyers
(TNS)—For millennials who are ready to become homeowners, finding an affordable house in a great community can be challenging. With...
Reputation and Relationships Win the Day
A veteran REALTOR® of more than 35 years and an active industry advocate, Charlie Oppler has a unique vantage point:...
HUD Considers Changes to Mission Statement, ‘Free From Discrimination’ Possibly Removed
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is considering modifying its mission statement, eliminating "free from discrimination," reported...
Confidence in Housing U-Turns
Confidence in housing u-turned in February in the Fannie Mae Home Purchase Sentiment Index® (HPSI), with the HPSI overall posting...
Agent Incomes Get a Lift From Referrals: Study
In real estate, referrals are vital. According to a new ReferralExchange study, 42 percent of agents earned $10,000-$50,000 from fees...
Cash Flow Matters as Much as Revenue
Strong cash-flow management ensures brokerages can cover expenses while waiting on commissions to close. Strengthen my brokerage's finances.
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