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Brokerage firm MV Realty has been barred from North Carolina

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MV Realty was under scrutiny for deceiving homeowners in financial distress into signing exclusive listing agreements that lasted 40 years in exchange for cash. Continue reading →

NAR president sidesteps palace intrigue in 1st address to members

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Newly installed NAR President Kevin Sears will remain in position for nearly two years after replacing Tracy Kasper on Monday. In a video to members he focused on legal challenges and core business. Continue reading →

Illinois’ 3rd commission suit names @properties, champions buyers

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A Chicago homeowner is the latest to allege NAR policies amounted to a conspiracy to keep commissions high for buyers; @properties vows to “vigorously defend” against the new lawsuit. Continue reading →

Realtors fear damage to NAR brand beyond repair following Kasper exit

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Members already reeling from a series of accusations and leadership changes told Inman Tracy Kasper’s resignation as president after less than five months doesn’t bode well for NAR’s reputation. Continue reading →

Chicago landlord, business groups sue to block transfer tax hike

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Voters are set to decide whether to increase the tax paid on real estate sales above $1M. Landlords and business groups say referendum violates the state constitution. Continue reading →

Homebuyers are now paying $400 less per month than in October

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After rates fell from October highs, homebuyers with a new mortgage are paying about $400 less each month. Still, there’s no buying spree — yet. Continue reading →

Real estate investing in 2023: The roller coaster continues

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Rent began to reverse, office vacancy remained near record highs, banks failed and lending got tricky in 2023. Where are we headed next? Continue reading →

America’s top loan officer foresees return to bidding wars, price gains

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As Shant Banosian gears up to speak at Inman Connect New York in January, he sat down with Inman to discuss the landscape for mortgage lenders heading into 2024. Continue reading →

House Hacking spiked amid COVID. In 2024, it will be a household name

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Last month, Fannie Mae lowered its down payment minimum for some properties, clearing a path for investors like Alejandro and Jessicas Cuevas, who bought in Chicago with hacking in mind. Continue reading →

Zillow unveils top 10 markets where people dreamed of moving in 2023

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The real estate portal pulled user search data and other metrics to find the top markets where people looked to move to in 2023. (Hint, the East Coast is really popular right now) Continue reading →