LoanDepot, appraiser sued after ‘whitewashed’ home’s value surges

Dr. Nathan Connolly and Dr. Shani Mott alleged fair housing and civil rights violations after a second home appraisal came back $278,000 higher when they removed any indication of their race. Continue reading

WATCH: Top tried-and-true tips to get ahead from ICLV

Get back to basics and stay ahead with these tips and advice on the biggest game changers agents and brokers should be implementing to stay one step ahead at ICLV. Continue reading

Here’s how Redfin’s Glenn Kelman became a reality TV star

Kelman and other real estate “tycoons” star in a “Shark Tank”-inspired competition called “Buy My House.” The show debuts Friday on Netflix. Continue reading

Zillow: Colorado ‘commingling’ ruling a win for agents, consumers

In a new Op-ed, Zillow Senior Director of Broker Operations Matt Hendricks says that Zillow strongly supports updating policies like the one announced by REcolorado because they empower consumers and provide a more accessible, transparent picture of wh… Continue reading

Bank of America’s new ‘solution’ helps minorities own homes

The new zero down, zero closing cost mortgage Community Affordable Loan Solution is part of a $15 billion commitment to help 60,000 individuals and families purchase homes by 2025. Continue reading

Compass Houston’s founding agent jumps to Sotheby’s

Bryan Beene is jumping ship to Martha Turner Sotheby’s, leaving the office he founded in 2019 behind as the now public company reaches a critical juncture, a report says. Continue reading

Sellers’ strike? New listings fell in August as active listings increased

Inventory rose due to a steep drop in homebuyer demand and homes that are spending more time on market while sellers pulled back on listing new properties, according to Realtor.com data. Continue reading

EXp picks up top-performing teams from Keller Williams, RE/MAX

The Incorvaia Team and the Ige Johnson Group are the latest in a long string of teams to jump ship for the virtual brokerage. Continue reading

Spending on construction dipped in July amid market slowdown

Spending on construction in the U.S. has been growing for years, but amid rising rates and a stalling market that trend appears to be coming to an end. Continue reading

Broker Spotlight: Philip Gutman, President of PGutman

This week the spotlight shines on Miami real estate broker Philip Gutman, President of PGutman and Managing Director at The Continuum Company’s La Baia Bay Harbor. Continue reading