‘Buyers are losing faith in the American Dream:’ Redfin CEO

Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman said rising rates and home prices are crushing consumer sentiment. However, rising inventory and a year-end interest rate cut will be key to restoring it. Continue reading

LA home sells $705K over asking: The moves behind this agent’s deal

A remodel, strategic pricing, choice photos, an offer deadline and strong agent relationships helped the O’Connor sisters sell a property that previously sat on the market for nearly one year. Continue reading

Top New Jersey loan mortgage originator charged with fraud

Mortgage fraud scheme allegedly listed investors as homeowners to secure lower interest rates, prosecutors allege in criminal complaint against “Team Gallo” leader and his assistant. Continue reading

In the wake of Matterport’s sale, digital twin options are plentiful

Matterport’s sale to CoStar will ignite interest in the value of digital twins and tour marketing, and the options for creating them are many. Continue reading

HomeServices of America agrees to pay $250M to settle lawsuits

HomeServices was potentially on the hook for the remaining $4.7 billion in damages from an Oct. 31 jury verdict in Sitzer | Burnett, which awarded plaintiffs $5.3 billion. Continue reading

A never-fail, step-by-step blueprint to consistently find listing leads

Change is coming, so it’s time to make sure you’re leaning into the potential of a listings-based business, Jimmy Burgess writes. Nothing helps do that better than geographic farming. Continue reading

Splitting up: Navigating the division of property for divorcing clients

Patience, collaboration and clear communication, Lindsey Harn writes, can help you help your divorcing clients navigate the rocky shoals of dividing their real estate holdings. Continue reading

EXp Realty taps Wendy Forsythe as new chief marketing officer

Four months after taking the helm at coaching firm Chirag Shah Coaching, Wendy Forsythe has re-entered the brokerage world as the chief marketing officer for eXp Realty. As CMO, Forsythe will spearhead eXp’s marketing strategy, which includes brand man… Continue reading