Trump bump flattens for luxury homebuyers in Silicon Valley

The area’s high-end homebuyers, many of whom work in tech, don’t take market fluctuations well, largely because their wealth is typically generated through IPOs and stocks. If the stock market is in a tizzy, they won’t be buying real estate. Continue reading

President Trump to NAR midyear: ‘What you do is very beautiful’

Unable to attend NAR midyear in person, President Donald Trump sent a two-minute video lauding Realtors’ work and praising his One Big Beautiful Bill Act. Continue reading

The open house system that generates leads like clockwork

Jimmy Burgess and digital marketing expert Josh Ries break down a system for creating multiple marketing opportunities from each open house. Continue reading

Inflation improved in April, but Fed not expected to budge on rates

Trump administration keeps up pressure on Fed, but investors don’t expect the U.S. central bank to cut short-term rates until September. Continue reading

Pending home sales tank 6.3% in April as mortgage rates stay high

Even with more inventory entering the market, homebuyers are struggling with elevated mortgage rates, NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said, leading to fewer signed contracts. Continue reading

Multifamily’s financial crossroads: What agents need to know

Dr. Jeff Richmond explains how market shifts in the multifamily sector can impact the broader market and your real estate business. Continue reading

Berkshire Hathaway names new president of HSF Affiliates

Vince Leisey, who is CEO of BHHS Ambassador Real Estate in Omaha, was named president of HSF Affiliates in the third leadership shakeup since rumors of a sale to Compass. Continue reading

Trending: National parks get spicy, TikTok gets inclusive

From thirst-trap conservation to alt text updates, the latest platform shifts prove that tone, clarity and inclusion matter more than ever. Jessi Healey breaks it down. Continue reading

HqO seeks to modernize commercial property operations

HqO is a software company that provides enterprise-level real estate experience solutions to the commercial real estate industry. Its newest release promises to integrate tenant lifecycle, asset management and building operations. Continue reading

Leading with vision and innovation: An interview with Tim Macy

Amy Chorew speaks with Real broker and team leader Tim Macy about building and growing a sustainable team in any market. Continue reading