MLSs disagree on whether to pause days on market due to coronavirus

California Regional MLS and MLSListings weigh seller fears and data accuracy. Continue reading

California Realtors expect coronavirus to lower housing market forecast

Agents are mixed on whether and how COVID-19 will impact their business. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Mentors, mentors, everywhere — find yours

In this weekly column, real estate agents across the nation share stories of the lessons they’ve learned during their time in the industry. This week, Southern California broker Troy Palmquist explains why your output is only as good as your input. Continue reading

C.A.R. President on housing crisis: ‘Our state’s future is on the line’

California Association of Realtors President Jeanne Radsick believes 2020 is the time for her state to pass pro-housing legislation. Continue reading

California home sales set back by high cost of fire insurance

Home sales in certain at-risk parts of California are beginning to fall as wildfires become an annual reality in the state. Continue reading

Rent control is getting more popular, but does it actually work?

Rents are rising faster than inflation and there is unlikely to be a “significant softening of rental markets.” Continue reading

Are listing agents the right people to present your buyer offers?

Here’s how to navigate this tricky situation and avoid stepping on other agents’ toes. Continue reading

Are listing agents the right people to present your buyer offers?

Here’s how to navigate this tricky situation and avoid stepping on other agents’ toes. Continue reading

It’s time to lean out: An open letter to men in leadership

After attending the California Association of Realtors’ WomanUp! conference, luxury real estate specialist Chris Pollinger calls on the industry to focus on better recognizing women’s contributions in the workplace. Continue reading

NAR votes on ethics training, ‘free’ agents and a new $6M nonprofit

The National Association of Realtors’ board of directors approved a slew of new policies Monday, including rules that will require agents complete ethics training less frequently. Continue reading