5 easy ways to stay in your lane during a transaction

Stop trying to be all things to your clients, broker Joseph Santini writes. Focus on the things that fall within your purview and direct traffic as needed on your transactions. Continue reading

New habitat laws have homeowners (and HOAs) buzzing

The power of the HOA may be over in some areas where personal preference and environmental concerns are ruling the day. Continue reading

In luxury real estate, agents with green thumbs reap what they sow

From ficus hedges and podocarpus shrubs to palm trees and bamboo, real estate agents can boost their bottom line with a basic knowledge of landscaping and how it can improve clients’ privacy. Continue reading

Here’s why 73% of Americans hate their neighbors

When looking for a new abode, homebuyers and renters often prize affordability, a convenient location, enough space for living and working, and plenty of entertainment options and amenities. But there’s one specific factor that may contribute to your h… Continue reading

Redfin property search to shine under Constellation1 partnership

The data behind home searches, market alerts and other listing services throughout Redfin will now be provided by Constellation1 Real Estate Data APIs. Continue reading

3 strategies for beating institutional investors in a bidding war

Beating out institutional investors in a bidding war is a lot like beating out other buyers, but with a bit of a twist. Continue reading

Teen who lost both parents facing eviction from grandparents’ 55+ community

Collin Clabaugh’s parents both died last year. He subsequently moved into his grandparents’ home in a senior community, but is now being told to leave. Continue reading

Americans are flocking to HOA communities like never before

New US Census data shows that homes in Homeowners Associations are taking up a larger share of new construction and new sales than ever before. Continue reading