The Fed, the market and memories of the global financial crisis

While naysayers and doomsdayers compare today’s real estate market to 2008, the numbers tell a very different economic story, writes marketing expert Chris Drayer. Continue reading

Prices and rates are sky high! But what if my client NEEDS to move?

Despite mortgage rates near 7 percent and generationally high inflation, thousands of people still need to move in the next year and need help in navigating homebuying in the pricy market. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman starts homebuyer personal assistant platform

The complimentary platform will combine the services of a personal assistant with a dashboard of recommended vendors to help clients with the move-in process. Continue reading

Here’s why 73% of Americans hate their neighbors

When looking for a new abode, homebuyers and renters often prize affordability, a convenient location, enough space for living and working, and plenty of entertainment options and amenities. But there’s one specific factor that may contribute to your h… Continue reading

Zillow releases e-book to help kids with stress of moving

The book follows a young girl named Iris, as she goes through a move alongside her parents and friends. Sale proceeds will go to Covenant House, a nonprofit that helps homeless youth. Continue reading

Updater acquires on-demand moving service Dolly

Moving and relocation app Updater has acquired Dolly, an on-demand local moving and delivery service, for an undisclosed price, the company announced this week. Continue reading

How to get more listings: 4 strategies for new agents

Real estate is one of the few industries where you can go full speed right out the gate. As long as you can position yourself to be top-of-mind, landing new listings will be much easier and more consistent. Continue reading

Buyers relocating? How to guide them in a cross-country move

In this highly competitive market where agents outnumber homes for sale, every agent needs a competitive edge. Here’s how to make helping relocating buyers yours. Continue reading

NAR, Updater partner to provide real-time relocation data to Realtors

The trade group will be able to use “pre-move” data to inform reports on migration patterns and housing demand. Continue reading