As for-sale listings continue to surge, many would-be homebuyers are still having trouble finding properties that they can afford and prices are already coming down in some markets Continue reading
The median existing-home price jumped by 4.1 percent year-over-year to $426,900 for all housing types, marking the second month of record highs. Continue reading
Hidden costs of homeownership, like property taxes and homeowners insurance, were given a 37 percent risk factor for triggering mortgage delinquency by leaders in default servicing, according to a survey by Auction.com. Continue reading
Buyer agreements for open houses? Workarounds? Concessions? As agents race to comply with terms of the NAR settlement on Aug. 17, Inman wants to help answer your toughest questions. Continue reading
Rising home prices and mortgage rates, and sticker shock from surprise housing costs, pushed buyers to cancel 56,000 home-purchase agreements in June, according to Redfin. Continue reading
Consumers expect specialization in every area of life, from doctors to hairdressers, coach Verl Workman writes. They should expect no less from their real estate expert when it’s time to sell a home. Continue reading
NextHome CEO James Dwiggins shares his thoughts on agents who use websites designed to advertise offers of compensation from listings after the NAR settlement takes effect next month. Continue reading
When your pipeline dwindles and your next payday is uncertain, anxious thoughts can consume your day. Rachael Hite offers a financial and self-care prescription. Continue reading
By building rapport, The Agency’s John Antretter writes, agents can not only secure immediate business but also build a network of loyal clients who will return and refer others for years to come. Continue reading
Credit reports offer a wealth of valuable insights and can be especially important in evaluating client needs post-divorce, Lindsey Harn writes. Continue reading