2 buyers scramble to make a deal as the spring market sprints ahead

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One Connecticut homebuyer is preparing for marriage. Another in Virginia is healing from a divorce. Both tell Inman the struggle to find a home this spring is real — and the clock is ticking. Continue reading →

Broker Spotlight: Karen Hanson, Engel & Völkers By the Sea

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Find out how this award-winning broker combines culture, collaboration and commitment to elevate the profession. Continue reading →

Still standing: Realtor resilience for challenging times

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Need a pep talk? Coach Darryl Davis offers a little wisdom to help you remember your value and navigate the difficult waters of client service. Continue reading →

Industry gets some clarity on mortgage commission rules

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Fannie, Freddie and FHA say sellers can continue to pay the buyer’s agent’s commission. But it remains to be seen if buyers will be allowed to finance their agent’s commission into their mortgage. Continue reading →

Ex-HGTV star convicted of fraud sentenced to 4 years in prison

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Charles “Todd” Hill, 58, starred on “Flip It to Win It” in 2013. He has been ordered to pay $9.4 million in restitution for committing real estate fraud. Continue reading →

Homebuyers rush to lock as mortgage rates hit new 2024 highs

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Rates for conforming loans pushed through 7 percent last week and continue to rise, as latest inflation data dims prospects that Fed will ease in June. Continue reading →

Bye bye bye: Leave your team — without losing your connections

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Co-founder of The Agency’s BZP Group and regular cast member on “Buying Beverly Hills” Joey Ben-Zvi writes that professionalism and respect are essential to leaving the right way. Continue reading →

Floridians grapple with insurance changes as hurricane season nears

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Seventy percent of Florida homeowners — or the area in which they live — have been impacted by changes to cost or coverage of home insurance in the last year, according to a report issued Wednesday by Redfin. Continue reading →