DOJ Seeks Ban of ‘Indirect’ Commission Rules, Alleges Antitrust in Optional NAR Policies
Despite offering a cautiously positive assessment of the settlement struck by the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) late last month,...
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United Real Estate Seeks Dismissal in Mega Buyer Suit
In a move likely to inspire deja vu, United Real Estate Group (UREG) is looking to join the list of...
The Real Estate Industry Responds as Legislators Consider Regulations on Investor-Owned Homes
Real estate agents aren’t only the ones who help sell properties, they’re often the ones who own and invest in...
The Compensation Conversation: How to Avoid ‘Steering’ in a Post-Settlement World
“I don’t have to offer commission to a buyer agent—why should I?” This simple seller question—one that is likely to...
Home Prices Hit Record High
Existing-home sales slightly declined in May as the median sales price climbed to a record high, according to the National...
Mortgage Mix: Legal Troubles Batter Mega-Lenders; CoStar Nabs Freddie Mac Exec
Editor’s Note: The Mortgage Mix is RISMedia’s weekly highlight reel of need-to-know mortgage-industry happenings. Watch for it each Friday afternoon....
CFPB Proposes Fine Against Freedom Mortgage
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has issued a proposed $3.95 million fine against Florida-based mortgage lender Freedom Mortgage. The...
Engel & Völkers Settles Commission Suits
Engel & Völkers has become the latest brokerage to settle class-action commission lawsuits by sellers, according to filings in federal...
Mortgage Rates Move Down for Third Straight Week
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage dipped again for the third-straight week, averaging 6.87%, down from last week’s average of 6.95%, according...
Homebuilder Confidence Hits Lowest Reading Since December 2023
With mortgage rates remaining high, little change in inflation and the Fed still not making any decisions when it comes...
How to Tell If a Tired Landlord May Be Ready to List
As a real estate agent, you know motivated seller leads are the foundation of your business. But what if you’re overlooking one of the highest-value opportunities? Meet the "tired landlord." Read more.
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