Homebuyers and sellers have a ton of misconceptions, new poll shows

Homebuyers and sellers are struggling to keep up with the rapidly shifting market, according to a Zillow survey of real estate agents, which found many believe home prices will fall steeply in 2023. Continue reading

America’s hottest neighborhoods: Blackstone District in Omaha, NE

Omaha, Nebraska, has risen to the top of up-and-coming market lists due to its affordability. But Omahans — especially those in the Blackstone District — know it has more to offer than cheap housing. Continue reading

Price cuts, while rare in this market, often lead to greater profit: Zillow

The number of sellers who choose to cut their listing price has dropped by a third over the last year, but a Zillow report found that if the price is dropped at the right time, sellers can net $15,000 over ask. Continue reading

Redfin expands in the Midwest, launches in Des Moines and Lincoln

In the two new markets, Redfin agents – who are employees, not independent contractors – will sell homes for a 1.5 percent listing fee versus the industry standard 3 percent. However, 1.5 percent is still higher than the 1 percent listing fee Redfin of… Continue reading