Fed Minutes Hint at Policy Pivot Toward Rate Cuts, but Inflation Vigilance Remains
The Federal Reserve acknowledged in its last meeting that rates have likely hit their peak, but they’re continuing to keep...
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NAR: Existing Home Sales Rose in January
Following a drop to its lowest level in three decades by the end of last year, existing-home sales reversed course...
Ransomware Round-Up: Recent Cybersecurity Attacks, and How to Avoid Being Next
Since Q3 2023, real estate companies—from MLSs to title servicers—have been beset by cyberattacks that have compromised their users’ personal...
Mortgage Rates Near 7%
Nearing a return to 7% territory, the 30-year-fixed-rate mortgage continued its ascent this week, up to 6.9% from last week’s...
First-Time Buyers See More Mortgage Offers in 2023
First-time homebuyers have been struggling through the housing market in recent years. Many challenges have locked them out, creating little...
Judge Removes HomeServices, Two States From Mega Buyer Suit
In a split decision Feb. 20, the judge overseeing the goliath buyer-side commission case dismissed some state-level claims by plaintiffs—and...
Mortgage Applications Slump Following Rate Hike Back Over 7%
Mortgage applications decreased sharply this week, down 10.6% from last week’s decrease of 2.3%, according to the latest Weekly Mortgage...
Homes.com Targeting $10 Billion in Subscriptions as CoStar Puts ‘Pedal to the Floor’
CoStar-owned Homes.com has remained a ubiquitous presence across television broadcasts, internet browsers and radio airwaves over the last couple weeks,...
New-Home Mortgage Applications Soar In January as Housing Starts Stumble
The rally in new-home demand isn’t letting up as homebuyers facing inventory challenges on the resale market turned to new...
Social Skills: 5 Social Media Red Flags Every Agent Should Avoid
While social media is an essential tool for real estate professionals looking to expand their reach, knowing the best (and...
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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