NAR’s Chief Legal Counsel Reveals Path Forward
Photo by AJ Canaria WASHINGTON, D.C.—Katie Johnson has undoubtedly had one of the toughest jobs in real estate over the...
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Harvard Study Investigates Renters’ Cost Burdens and Prescribes Solutions
Many Americans are renters—and while it’s still considered a more affordable option than buying a home, renting comes with its...
Mortgage Rates Drop to their Lowest Level in 19 Months
Good news for those hoping for more decreases in mortgage rates this week, however the same challenges persist regarding affordability...
4 Skills You Must Excel at to Succeed as an Agent Going Forward
Everyone has strengths and weaknesses. The job of a real estate agent encompasses a great many skills, and you are...
Buyer Agent Playbook: 3 Reasons Clients Must Buy Now Instead of Waiting
As Tom Petty sang, “The waiting is the hardest part.” Was he referring to homebuyer hopefuls? Not sure, but either...
Ahead of Expected Fed Rate Cut, Mortgage Applications Increase for Third Straight Week
Home purchase applications edged up for the third straight week, increasing 1.4% from last week’s increase of 1.6%, as mortgage...
NextHome Settles Seller Lawsuits in Ketchmark Copycat
NextHome has become the latest brokerage to strike a settlement agreement with seller plaintiffs in ongoing commission lawsuits, joining more...
Inflation Continues Decline in Latest Consumer Price Index
In a seemingly positive sign for consumers, inflation has now posted the lowest recent annual increase two months in a...
Seller Dwellers: As Mortgage Rates Decline, Will They Finally Plant ‘For Sale’ Signs?
They’re the yangs to the high-mortgage-rate yins. The homeowners who have the 3% - 4% 30-year mortgage rates and have,...
Housing Inventory Hits Highest Level Since May 2020
With fall approaching, home shoppers will see a plethora of options this buying season as housing inventory hits the highest...
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