10 new construction gotchas agents should watch out for

Navigating new construction is like walking through a field of landmines right now. You can never really be certain of the ground you are setting foot on because all continues to change at a rapid pace. Here are 10 things to watch out for when crossing… Continue reading

NAR: Don’t work without a written listing agreement

Some agents may be tempted to advertise a property without a written and signed listing agreement in place to avoid having to enter the listing into their local multiple listing service. The National Association of Realtors has some advice: Don’t do it. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman launches new cloud-based tech suite for agents

The company’s new single sign-on portal called “MyDouglas” is a customizable and mobile-compatible platform that will integrate all of the brokerage’s agent resources into one place. Continue reading

Proposed capital gains tax increase could lead to a rush of luxury sales

While much around the capital gains tax remains up in the air, its potential effect on the country’s wealthiest residents is leading to a slew of questions being thrown at luxury agents from “extremely motivated” sellers. Continue reading

Fannie, Freddie must curb appetite as demand for second homes soars

Demand for second homes and investment properties continues to hold steady at more than double pre-pandemic levels, despite Fannie and Freddie being ordered to limit their appetite for loans backed by these types of properties. Continue reading

Hybrid work, shifts to affordable cities likely to be long-term trends

As many as 60 percent of companies may consider a mix of remote and in-office work, which would have major implications for the housing market, panelists said during a session of the Urban Land Institute’s virtual Spring Meeting conference. Continue reading

Controversial proposal to require addresses on MLS listings clears hurdle

Proposal now moves to the National Association of Realtors’ board of directors, but bitterness over the Clear Cooperation Policy’s office exclusives exemption lingers. Continue reading

MHAuthority.com offers buyers direct access to manufactured living options

Launched by State Listings, Inc., MHAuthority.com is a website designed specifically for the marketing of manufactured homes and mobile homes for rent and sale nationwide. Continue reading