6 keys for leading into the storm during a market downturn

With the latest data and leadership lessons from Simon Sinek, mega-team leader Carl Medford offers advice and words of wisdom for leading your organization through the choppiest waters. Continue reading

Lennar fights high home prices with 3 new mid-range models

The homebuilder announced today the release of three new affordable floor plans for homebuyers in California’s Central Valley. Real estate agents in Shafter, Fresno and Clovis will be able to recommend the mid-$300,000 homes after the New Year. Continue reading

Fannie and Freddie 2024 loan limits upped to $766,550 in most areas

Surge in Q3 home price appreciation pushes conforming loan limit in high-cost markets to $1,149,825 for one-unit properties, and up to $2,211,600 for four-unit properties. Continue reading

New data shows much of the US has entered the ‘renter’s market’

The Sun Belt leads the ongoing drop in rent declines, and the price of rent is now lower than a year ago in 50 of the top 100 markets Zumper tracks. Continue reading

Here’s how to put the commission lawsuits in the rearview mirror

The most critical issue for those not currently involved in the commission lawsuit litigation, writes trainer and author Bernice Ross, is how to proceed in light of the preliminary approval of the Anywhere and RE/MAX settlement agreements. Continue reading

Once listed at $8M, Tulsa Frank Lloyd Wright home up for auction

The 10,000-square-foot property will head to Sotheby’s Concierge Auctions, no reserve, starting on Nov. 30. One lucky bidder will emerge as winner come Dec. 14. Continue reading

35% of Americans hope the housing market will crash in 2024

Financial site LendingTree’s latest consumer survey revealed 35 percent of Americans hope the market will crash in the next 12 months. Why? They believe an economic downturn will lower mortgage rates and home prices. Continue reading

Need an in-law suite? NYC will give you $395K to build a tiny home

The pilot program, dubbed “Plus One ADU,” draws on a $2.6 million grant from New York State Homes and Community Renewal. As many as 15 eligible single-family homeowners will receive funds. Continue reading