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fromSFGATE
1 hour ago
LA real estate

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

fromFortune
2 days ago
NYC real estate

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago

Just Approved: Patience, timing, and strategy: A dream realized against the odds

A determined buyer successfully navigated the CalHFA Dream program to secure a home with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

When Our Friends See Our New House, They're Going to Have Questions. The Answers Might Upset Them.

Honesty and gratitude are key when sharing news of homeownership with friends who may not have the same opportunities.
NYC real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

The housing affordability crisis isn't just crushing millennials-it's squeezing out buyers in their 50s and older too | Fortune

The average age of first-time homebuyers remains in the mid-30s, with declining home ownership affecting all age groups equally.
Real estate
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Webinar | First-time homebuyer educational webinar with a Florida focus! | amNewYork

A virtual webinar will help first-time homebuyers in Florida navigate the homeownership process on May 12.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Homebuyers stressed amid stretched budgets, fraud concerns

Recent homebuyers face high prices and interest rates, with many exceeding budgets and experiencing stress during the homebuying process.
#real-estate
Marketing tech
fromInman
2 days ago

Brokerage storefronts become ad networks with Smartify

Brokerage storefronts are transforming into media channels, allowing real estate firms to monetize high-traffic locations through digital advertising.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Sound Off: What are some important questions buyers should ask themselves as they search for properties?

Buyers must negotiate with themselves before falling in love with a home to succeed in a competitive market.
Boston real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 hour ago

MRED opens private listing network nationwide with Compass data deal

MRED opens its listing service to all licensed agents nationwide, enhancing access and support for real estate professionals beyond its traditional markets.
Renovation
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Why starting from square one can be an edge for Texas land deals

Developers in 2026 benefit from starting fresh without legacy constraints, allowing for alignment with current market demands and buyer preferences.
Marketing tech
fromInman
2 days ago

Brokerage storefronts become ad networks with Smartify

Brokerage storefronts are transforming into media channels, allowing real estate firms to monetize high-traffic locations through digital advertising.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Sound Off: What are some important questions buyers should ask themselves as they search for properties?

Buyers must negotiate with themselves before falling in love with a home to succeed in a competitive market.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

If you want a stronger exit, build earnings beyond real estate commissions

Brokerages should consider title ownership to enhance earnings, diversify revenue, and improve valuation beyond traditional commission-based metrics.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

The Best Law Schools For Real Estate Law (2026) - Above the Law

Real estate law is crucial for legal practice, impacting contracts, finance, and regulatory compliance.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Fairway or driveway? The furious debate over building houses on golf courses

Protesters oppose a housing development on Enderby Golf Course, emphasizing the need to preserve green spaces and affordable housing.
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

The housing trend reinventing the California suburbs

Megan Keithly's experience reflects a growing trend where new homeowners prioritize living near working farms, engaging in activities like making homemade diaper cream from local ingredients.
Agriculture
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

How fraud gets stopped in its tracks by real estate and title pros

In 2025, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center logged 1,008,597 cyber-enabled crime complaints, with losses surpassing $20.8 billion, marking a 26% rise from the prior year.
Information security
Washington DC
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Loan Officers are Going to Washington

The Mortgage Bankers Association mobilized 50 loan officers to advocate for housing policy in Washington, emphasizing the importance of real stories in advocacy.
#housing-market
fromFortune
1 day ago
SF real estate

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

fromFortune
2 days ago
SF real estate

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

fromFast Company
2 days ago
LA real estate

Zillow just downgraded its home price forecast across over 400 housing markets-see the map

Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
SF real estate
fromFortune
1 day ago

The starter home is dying. Better.com's CEO says AI is the only thing that can save it | Fortune

The shortage of starter homes in America is primarily due to mortgage industry practices that favor larger loans over affordable housing.
SF real estate
fromFortune
2 days ago

The tables have turned: Florida and Texas are the biggest losers in the housing market as Ohio emerges as a surprise winner | Fortune

The housing markets in Florida and Texas are experiencing a significant buyer's market shift, with sellers outnumbering buyers substantially.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Zillow just downgraded its home price forecast across over 400 housing markets-see the map

U.S. home prices are projected to remain stable with a 0.0% change from March 2026 to March 2027.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Housing inventory rises, but sellers are still adjusting pricing

The spring housing market shows rising inventory and new listings, but pricing remains stagnant, indicating a timing issue between supply and seller expectations.
Fundraising
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

These are the top brokers in HousingWire's Mortgage Rankings

Cooke is dedicated to supporting veterans through specialized mortgage services, achieving significant success in his first year with World Home Loans.
NYC real estate
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

New York wants to tax empty second homes. Here's what happened in cities that tried it.

Mayor Mamdani proposes a tax on multimillion-dollar pieds-a-terre owned by non-residents to raise revenue for New York City.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 days ago

Moving to Rome, Italy for business? Here's what you absolutely must know about the property market - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

According to the latest data from the Bank of Italy and ISTAT, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into Italy reached €23.1 billion in 2023, a sharp rebound from the previous year, with the UK remaining the 4th largest foreign investor in the Italian economy.
London
Real estate
fromSFGATE
1 hour ago

Sound Off: Do you ever virtually stage listings? What are the pros and cons?

Virtual staging is a cost-effective alternative to traditional staging, enhancing buyer visualization while presenting challenges in emotional connection.
Mental health
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Burned out as a real estate agent, try boundaries that stick

Independent agents experience unique burnout due to high demands and limited resources, necessitating effective self-care and boundary-setting strategies.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

HomeServices opts into Tuccori settlement

NAR welcomes Judge Hunt's decision to grant a stay in the Batton case, pending final approval of class settlement, given NAR's recently announced Tuccori settlement which addresses substantially similar claims.
Law
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

A moment that changed me: I thought landlords were unchallengeable until I met one of mine at a party

A chance encounter with a former landlord reveals the complexities of tenant-landlord relationships and personal feelings of powerlessness.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
7 hours ago

We may finally be near the bottom of the mortgage market cycle

The mortgage industry is cyclical, requiring a focus on fundamentals during unstable times to ensure long-term success.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
23 hours ago

L.A. Redrew Its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee Map Into Smaller Neighborhood Zones. Here's What's Next

Los Angeles has updated its Affordable Housing Linkage Fee maps, affecting project fees and requirements based on new neighborhood-based zones.
LA real estate
fromtherealdeal.com
2 days ago

OC continues to outpace LA on office conversions

Orange County outpaces Los Angeles in office conversions due to development-friendly processes and discounted office space availability.
#ai-in-real-estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago
Real estate

AI can draft the checklist, agents still protect the outcome

AI cannot replace real estate agents due to the need for human insight and experience.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

When standard DSCR falls short: What real estate investors should know about no-ratio financing

More investor deals are struggling to meet standard DSCR due to high home prices and transitional properties, leading to increased interest in No-Ratio financing.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
19 hours ago

Cotality hires Jason Nicosia to lead national real estate solutions

Cotality hires Jason Nicosia as senior principal to enhance real estate solutions and align technology with client growth strategies.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
23 hours ago

Auction.com Q1 2026 foreclosure activity nears pre-COVID levels

REO auction volume increased, indicating a gradual return of distressed inventory and stronger buyer demand compared to foreclosure auctions.
#artificial-intelligence
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

AI isn't to blame for the housing crisis

Artificial intelligence is shifting from a political target to a focus of federal regulation and innovation, particularly in the housing sector.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

AI isn't to blame for the housing crisis

Artificial intelligence is shifting from a political target to a focus of federal regulation and innovation, particularly in the housing sector.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 weeks ago

AI can accelerate real estate transactions But it can't replace the professional work that protects property rights

Artificial intelligence is enhancing efficiency in the title industry, but professional expertise remains essential for ensuring clear property ownership.
East Bay real estate
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 month ago

The real estate brokerage behind your agent matters more than you might think

Major real estate consolidation creates a choice between large national brokerages and independent local firms, with local expertise offering significant advantages in cost savings and neighborhood knowledge.
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

eXp and LeadingRE explain the secrets to success in RealTrends rankings

LeadingRE's network was created to allow independent brokers to refer clients across their markets with complete confidence that those clients would be taken care of by a firm that reflects the same level of service, professionalism, trust and standards.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

Rechat rolls out Service Network to connect agents with vendors

Service Network was built to solve that breakdown at scale by embedding service engagement directly into the workflows agents use every day. It turns service introductions from an inconsistent experience into a reliable one for every client.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

NAR's strategic plan gets a tune-up as leadership pushes for faster results

Nykia Wright, CEO of NAR, stated, "Rebuilding trust requires more than words—it requires visible progress. That's why we're committed to sharing clear, regular updates that show members how this work is making a real difference."
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 days ago

D.R. Horton executed again, and smaller builders feel the squeeze

D.R. Horton demonstrates strong performance amid a challenging housing market, marked by profitability and order growth despite affordability constraints.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 days ago

Home inspection trends reshaping the 2026 housing market

The home inspection industry is evolving, impacting mortgage processes through standard thermal imaging and video walkthrough reports.
Real estate
fromEntrepreneur
5 days ago

Here's What's Blocking You From Getting the Best Housing Deals

Real estate innovation struggles with distribution, preventing new technologies from reaching consumers despite advancements in proptech.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
3 days ago

Real estate brokers own the listing data, says Realtracs

Realtracs has introduced a new Brokerage Services Agreement affirming brokers' ownership of their listings and data, enhancing control over their assets.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 week ago

Why the hiring rate matters more than unemployment for the housing market

The labor market remains strong with low unemployment, impacting housing stability and reducing risks of distressed inventory.
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 weeks ago

Real estate agent personas guide targets brokerage recruiting

Recruiting is not about convincing people; it is about diagnosing them. Most recruiters fail because they sell the brokerage instead of solving the agent's specific 3 a.m. nightmare.
Real estate
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Real estate success is shifting beyond sales volume

Real estate success now depends on consistency, relationships, and reliability rather than transaction volume alone, as informed clients and transparent markets demand dependable service.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
2 months ago

Real estate agent movement flat, but $15.7B in volume quietly changes hands

Agent migration averaged nearly 350 productive agents per month per MLS, with one-third distressed moves and internal transfers delivering 24% higher average production.
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