Coldwell Banker expands Midwest footprint with new acquisition

The brokerage announced that it had acquired the full-service real estate firm d’aprile properties, which closed nearly $1.2 billion in sales volume last year, according to a report. Continue reading

It’s official: 2022 shows homebuilder sentiment declines for every month

While December’s data represented the 12th straight decrease in homebuilder sentiment, there is a “silver lining.” The average price reduction was 8 percent, up from 5 or 6 percent earlier this year, report says. Continue reading

Tis’ better to give: 12 real estate-related causes to support this year

As the final Christmas countdown commences, it’s easy to get wrapped up in the pressure of finding the perfect gift, getting your home ready for visitors and closing up the final deals of the year while feeling like you’re running on E. In the midst of… Continue reading

Court deals blow to NAR, KW, Anywhere in commission suit

The judge denied requests filed by NAR, Anywhere, Keller Williams, RE/MAX and HomeServices of America, allowing the Sitzer/Burnett case to continue toward a new October trial date. Continue reading

Breaking Bad Financial Habits in the New Year 

More than two-thirds of Americans’ finances did not improve or stayed the same in 2022 (68%)  76% of Americans made a financial mistake in 2022. The most common mistake? Not saving any money (40%)  More than money mistakes, 35% of Americans developed bad financial habit(s) in 2022  Say goodbye to 2022 and all of the […] Continue reading

Real estate in 2022: When the #@!$ finally hit the fan

Soaring mortgage rates, slagging sales, thousands and thousands of layoffs: The past 12 months have offered a jarring reminder that what goes up must come down. Continue reading

Outdated MLS policy hides thousands of homes for sale

Where MLSs ban commingling, brokerage websites either can’t display non-MLS listings or must hide this inventory behind filters and log-in walls. Redfin’s Joe Rath offers an argument in favor of allowing brokerages to display all of the options. Continue reading

Make sure your buyers know these 10 things before closing

It’s closing day, and the hard work is over right? Marketing expert, Luke Babich, says not so fast and reminds agents to make sure that their clients are prepared to sign on the dotted line Continue reading

8 tips for becoming the go-to expert in your market

There’s no doubt about it — being an expert in your market takes work — but it’s worth it! Make the new year ahead your opportunity to grow your expertise and, in turn, your business.   Continue reading

Place exec Vija Williams: 2023 could be ‘a pretty ugly year’

In the lead up to Inman Connect New York, Vija Williams offered tips on how teams can survive a shrinking market. ‘Prepare for the worst and hope for the best,’ she said. Continue reading