Redfin in crosshairs as new lawsuit targets buyer-broker commissions

California resident Andrea Freedlund is suing on behalf of homesellers who paid a buyer agent in the four years before Redfin announced it was leaving NAR, according to a suit filed in federal court. Continue reading

How to use mindfulness to build gratitude in your business each day

Aaron Hendon shares some strategies to keep negative thoughts away and visualize good things for our businesses, especially when things are difficult. Continue reading

Rookie to rockstar: The essential guide to real estate marketing

Implement an A to Z branding and marketing plan from expert Marci James to establish yourself as a knowledgeable and trusted real estate adviser. Continue reading

Offerpad narrows Q4 loss, expects to be back in black later this year

The iBuyer expects to sell between 750 and 850 homes during Q1 2024, generate $245 million to $285 million in revenue and achieve positive adjusted earnings later this year. Continue reading

Institutional investors are scooping up Kiavi’s ‘fix and flip’ bridge loans

Kiavi upsizes its 16th securitization to $350 million and says largest deal since November 2021 brings total issuance since 2019 to $4 billion. Continue reading

With $15M goal, Knock turns to ‘everyday’ investors

Alternative financing company Knock has secured $10 million from Second Century Ventures, the venture capital arm of the National Association of Realtors, and Foundry Venture Capital. It’s using Wefunder to reach $15 million total. Continue reading

Star broker Jaime Richichi moves to Sotheby’s International Realty

NYC Compass broker Jaime Richichi is taking her talents to Sotheby’s International Realty. Richichi’s home base will be SIR’s East Side Manhattan brokerage; however, she’s also licensed to serve clients at the brokerage’s East Hampton and William Pitt … Continue reading

New-home sales show promise with 1.8% annual growth

New-home sales improved across the board in January, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban Development on Monday. New-home sales, which include when a homebuyer makes a deposit or signs a sales agreement, increased… Continue reading

Extroverts beware: AI is giving real estate introverts the advantage

Luxury consultant Chris Pollinger helps you discover how AI is revolutionizing real estate marketing, empowering introverts to shine and reshaping professional dynamics.  Continue reading