Do open houses still work?

On the 100th anniversary of the open house, a growing number of agents are debating their relevance. Others are simply walking away from the time-honored practice. Continue reading

When will real estate investors start reacting to climate change?

Just a few days ago, Orlando-area real estate agent Eric Rollings was talking to his parents, Michigan-based snowbirds who’ve had a home on the Florida coast for decades. And they talked about the area’s Blue-green algae blooms that give of… Continue reading

NRT’s Coldwell Banker launches new home repair program

The new service pairs sellers using NRT’s Coldwell Banker agents with consultants and project managers from home repair portal HomeAdvisor. Continue reading

Fidelity National drops massive acquisition bid amid opposition

Fidelity’s attempt to buy Stewart Information Services fell apart after the Federal Trade Commission said it would oppose the deal. Continue reading

Florida brokerage president talks partnerships, climate change ahead of Luxury Connect

Tiffany McQuaid’s company, McQuaid and Company Real Estate, operates out of Naples, Florida, but is actively working to extend its reach up the East Coast. Continue reading

Agents brace for Hurricane Dorian, step up to serve the community

Real estate professionals across Florida were checking on clients Friday as a potentially disastrous storm inched toward their state. Continue reading

Douglas Elliman agent deceived seller in dual agency deal: Lawsuit

A newly amended lawsuit alleges Douglas Elliman’s Florida operation failed to supervise its agents, one of whom is accused of committing forgery and fraud. Continue reading

Smokey Mountains named the best spot to buy vacation rentals

The Smokey Mountains, a range that spans the border between Tennessee and North Carolina, is currently the hottest place in the U.S. for vacation rentals, according to a new report from vacation rental startup Vacasa. Continue reading

Climate change is driving up insurance costs for homeowners

From fires in California to flooding along the Atlantic, homeowners are going to have to brace themselves for higher bills as climate change leads to more extreme disasters. Continue reading