Here's how to answer today's most pressing buyer, seller questions
As 2024 draws to a close, Jimmy Burgess and Keeping Current Matters' David Childers look at some of the most common concerns clients are voicing right now
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 21
Repealing CCP will create '2-tiered' housing market, NAHREP warns
The National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals has spoken in favor of the Clear Cooperation Policy, noting it's key to ensuring homebuyers have fair housing access
by Marian McPherson Nov 20
Why real estate is struggling to keep up with a rising US economy
The nation's real gross domestic product grew at an annual rate of 2.8% in the third quarter of the year. But with falling sales and tapering price growth, agents could be forgiven for feeling left out
by Daniel Houston Nov 20
Back-to-back storms tank pending home sales in Florida
Pending home sales in key Florida markets fell by the double digits in October and November, as the aftereffects of hurricanes Helene and Milton stifle buyer activity
by Marian McPherson Nov 19
Russian billionaire's penthouse among top Manhattan contracts
Penthouses asking $45M and $39M topped Manhattan luxury contracts during the week ending Nov. 17, according to Olshan Realty's weekly report. A total of 37 luxury contracts were signed
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 19
Housing costs force Americans earning less than $50K to sacrifice
Nearly three-quarters of US residents earning less than $50K annually are struggling to keep up with monthly rent or mortgage payments, causing many to make dramatic sacrifices to stay afloat
by Richelle Hammiel Nov 18
The 3 housing regions blazing the most extraordinary paths: Intel
A sleeping giant righting the ship. A crown-jewel destination still in freefall. And a white-hot zone trapped in a low-inventory quagmire. These are the 3 strangest housing regions in the US today
by Daniel Houston Nov 18
The 'luxurification' of the West faces its growing pains
As 'Yellowstone' sunsets, Inman looked at the factors that have contributed to the 'luxurification' of Western towns and asked agents about finding balance between the haves and have-nots
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 15
US credit ratings could soon be another worry for mortgage rates
Rating agencies are keeping a close eye on whether politicians in the nation's polarized Capitol will rise to challenges including the $34.8T national debt, debt ceilings and inflation
by Matt Carter Nov 14
Mortgage access for Black buyers blamed for widening ownership gap
Mortgage discrimination and appraisal bias are eroding Black homeownership gains, according to the National Association of Real Estate Brokers' latest State of Housing in Black America report
by Marian McPherson Nov 14
5 reasons to get excited about your business heading into 2025
What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger, Real's Jimmy Burgess writes. Be more prepared than ever to see life-changing growth in your business in the coming year
by Jimmy Burgess Nov 14
12 objection-handling analogies real estate agents need in 2025
Metaphors and analogies help you communicate with clarity, confidence and compassion, coach Darryl Davis writes, turning conversations into connections and objections into opportunities
by Darryl Davis Nov 14
SERHANT. expands to Atlanta with 9-person Atlas Group
The relatively new team made up of seasoned professionals has already made a big splash in Atlanta, ranking as the No. 5 medium team by sales volume, according to RealTrends
by Lillian Dickerson Nov 13
Latest CPI reading leaves door open for December Fed rate cut
October Consumer Price Index report isn't having a big impact on mortgage rates, as investors who fund most home loans doubt the Fed will have much room to bring rates down next year
by Matt Carter Nov 13
NYC Council passes bill to end broker fees for renters
The bill shifts responsibility for broker fees from renters to property owners in hopes of easing affordability woes. However, opponents say the bill will only raise costs for renters in the long run
by Marian McPherson Nov 13
Matterport posts $38.4M loss in Q3 as it spends for scale
During the first 9 months of the year, Matterport pulled in a total of $125.8M in revenue. Most of that is from recurring services and subscriptions
by Taylor Anderson Nov 13