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Stop calling this a buyer’s market. We’re not there yet

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Troy Palmquist talks with Jordan Levine, SVP and chief economist at California Association of Realtors, to answer the question, “Are we really in a buyer’s market?” Continue reading →

Century 21 CEO on rethinking the inventory challenge

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Adapting to market changes and creating options for clients allows real estate agents to stay relevant and engaged no matter what shifts may occur, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes. Continue reading →

Zillow unveils interactive ‘drone-like experience’ along with other new features

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Portal behemoth Zillow has dropped five new home search, tour and affordability features, with the crown jewel being SkyTour, an aerial tour feature. Continue reading →

House hacking: A creative solution for your exhausted buyers

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House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes. Continue reading →

Inventory has doubled in nearly half of the US’s largest markets

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Robust new construction activity and subdued homebuyer demand has led to an inventory boom in 22 of the 50 largest markets, with metros in the South and on the West Coast seeing active inventory double compared to 2019. Continue reading →

Home price gains relaxed in April, near slowest pace in 2 years

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The FHFA HPI rose 3 percent on an annual basis in April, while the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index posted a 2.7 percent annual gain. Continue reading →

NYC broker fee bill goes into effect despite REBNY lawsuit

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New York City’s broker fee bill went into effect on Wednesday, prohibiting property owners from passing broker fees onto renters. REBNY attempted to block the bill’s enforcement but failed. Continue reading →

Get all caught up on NAR midyear: The Download

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Get all caught up on the National Association of Realtors Legislative Meetings, including Thursday’s votes on the no-commingling and hate speech policies. Continue reading →

NAR Midyear heads to Washington DC at critical moment for housing

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The National Association of Realtors Legislative Meetings begins Saturday with free speech, agent pay and affordability on the agenda. Inman breaks down the panels bound to draw a crowd. Continue reading →

Real Talk: You want more babies? Moms need housing and a village

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The game of “Momopoly,” is big business for America, trainer Rachael Hite writes, and women are no longer interested in playing without meaningful change, more money and safe healthcare. Continue reading →