Author Archives: Marian McPherson

Fathom continues acquisition spree with E4:9 Holdings

By Marian McPherson | April 15, 2021 - 8:26 pm |April 15, 2021 Uncategorized

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Fathom Holdings has purchased E4:9 Holdings and its three mortgage, insurance and lead generation subsidiaries for $26.75 million. Continue reading →

March was the hottest month in housing history

By Marian McPherson | April 15, 2021 - 3:13 pm |April 15, 2021 Uncategorized

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The median home price rose 17 percent annually to $353,000, according to Redfin’s March housing report. Nearly half of homes sold above asking price. Continue reading →

RE/MAX’s largest franchisee adds 11 new offices with merger

By Marian McPherson | April 14, 2021 - 8:21 pm |April 14, 2021 Uncategorized

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RE/MAX Gold Nation has merged with Oregon-based RE/MAX Equity Group. With the merger, Gold Nation now operates in five states with 2,712 agents. Continue reading →

RedfinNow launches in Tucson, Ariz., resumes service in Las Vegas

By Marian McPherson | April 14, 2021 - 8:11 pm |April 14, 2021 Uncategorized

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Redfin has launched its iBuyer services in Tucson, Arizona, and restarted service in parts of Las Vegas, according to an announcement on Tuesday. RedfinNow now operates in 22 markets nationwide. Continue reading →

64% of March home sales included bidding wars: Redfin

By Marian McPherson | April 14, 2021 - 4:50 pm |April 14, 2021 Uncategorized

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Redfin’s latest market report reveals just how far buyers must go to secure a home. Single-family listings garnered the most bids followed by townhomes. Continue reading →

HUD takes first step to revive Obama-era AFFH rule

By Marian McPherson | April 14, 2021 - 4:35 pm |April 14, 2021 Uncategorized

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HUD has filed the notice needed to reinstate Obama-era Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing enforcement rules, which were repealed in September 2020. Continue reading →

3 real estate execs talk equality and Hispanic homeownership rates

By Marian McPherson | April 13, 2021 - 8:36 pm |April 13, 2021 Uncategorized

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Leaders from Realogy, RE/MAX and Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices discussed how the industry can better serve and connect with the Hispanic community during the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals’ conference. Continue reading →

Opendoor expands homebuying pool to meet booming demand

By Marian McPherson | April 13, 2021 - 3:29 pm |April 13, 2021 Uncategorized

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The iBuyer revised its purchase requirements to include pricier homes, older homes and homes in age-restricted and gated communities. Continue reading →

Realogy rolls out customized fair housing training courses

By Marian McPherson | April 12, 2021 - 10:25 pm |April 12, 2021 Uncategorized

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Realogy partnered with AREAA, NAGLREP, NAMMBA and the LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance to create a more robust fair housing training course, available today. Continue reading →

18 real estate agents from New York at risk of losing license

By Marian McPherson | April 12, 2021 - 4:06 pm |April 12, 2021 Uncategorized

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The New York Department of State has launched 132 investigations into housing bias, which include allegations from Newsday’s “Long Island Divided” report. Continue reading →