Corcoran HM Properties expands to Charleston, South Carolina

The move by the Charlotte-based firm marks the eighth Corcoran affiliate to announce an expansion within the last year and an agent count that ticks up to about 130. Continue reading

Slowdown slump? 5 tips that’ll let you come back swinging this fall

A market shift doesn’t have to be bad news for your real estate business. Team leader Marcus Larrea advises agents to pivot now in order to see great results from a more balanced approach. Continue reading

These 3 US states have the most vulnerable housing markets by far

Three states alone accounted for 33 of the 50 most vulnerable markets in the second quarter, while the South and Midwest remained stable, according to new data from Attom. Continue reading

Anywhere fights sellers’ bid to give up docs on NAR commission rule

A federal court will hold oral arguments later this month on whether the franchisor’s implementation of the policy nationwide is relevant to the homesellers’ case in the MLS PIN service area. Continue reading

Kim Kardashian lists 2 California homes in the same week

The reality star and businesswoman is offloading homes purchased during her marriage to Kanye West. On Sept. 6, she relisted an apartment for $3.5 million, and on Sept. 8, she listed an estate for $5.3 million. Continue reading

Real estate trade groups prod Biden to cut annual FHA premiums

The NAR, MBA and NAHB argue that the Federal Housing Administration is flush with cash, and that delinquency rates on FHA loans have returned to pre-pandemic lows. Continue reading

Zillow accused of ‘wiretapping’ homebuyers’ visits to its website

The suit, one of several filed this month against the real estate search portal on similar grounds, argues that Zillow is breaking the law by recording the way consumers interact with its websites. Continue reading

Mauricio Umansky’s top 5 tips for impactful leadership

What do strong leaders do that unsuccessful leaders don’t? What do you need to focus on to bolster your organization and its people? Here are The Agency founder Mauricio Umansky’s top tips for leading with impact. Continue reading

This is the best time for homebuyers’ agents to lock in a deal this fall

Realtor.com’s “Best Time to Buy” report revealed Sept. 25 to Oct. 1 is the best time for buyers to seize early-season savings as rising mortgage rates and booming inflation clobber demand. Continue reading