Judge blocks new real estate anti-money laundering rule

A Texas district judge has ruled in favor of a title company owner who said the new rule violated her Fourth Amendment rights. Continue reading

New Redfin data reveals top destinations for buyer relocations

Nearly 19 percent of homebuyers searched outside their metro in Q4, Redfin says. Sacramento, Las Vegas and Florida metros lead migration trends. Continue reading

The Compass-Rocket listing partnership has agents in ‘wait-and-see’ mode

Compass rocked the industry with a partnership that displays its coming-soon listings on Redfin. Brokers are intrigued, but unwilling to make brash business decisions in response to the move. Continue reading

The heyday of the cash homebuyer seems to be over (at least for now)

As mortgage rates remain lower and buyers continue to have the upper hand in most markets across the U.S., many are opting out of paying for homes in cash. Continue reading

Tensions run high as buyers and sellers battle for ‘the driver’s seat’

Do buyers or sellers have the upper hand? Three real estate brokers explain why it’s an impossible question to answer and how they’re helping clients navigate a fragmented market by managing expectations and smart negotiations. Continue reading

Insurance a top concern as experts predict higher premiums

Over 55 percent of agents who were recently surveyed by the California Association of Realtors said access to homeowners insurance was their No. 1 concern, more than double from last year. Continue reading

Homes are sitting longer and not just because of mortgage rates

According to a new Redfin report, concerns over affordability, economic uncertainty and tariff fears under a second Trump administration are giving buyers serious pause. As of March, the typical U.S. home took 47 days to sell, the longest stretch in si… Continue reading

Homes are sitting longer and not just because of mortgage rates

According to a new Redfin report, concerns over affordability, economic uncertainty and tariff fears under a second Trump administration are giving buyers serious pause. As of March, the typical U.S. home took 47 days to sell, the longest stretch in si… Continue reading

Condos are selling below list price as fees discourage buyers

According to a new Redfin report, an overwhelming 68.4 percent of condos sold below their asking price — the highest share in five years. That’s a jump from 63.3 percent last year, signaling a cooling condo market. Continue reading

Former California indie brokerage Lyon rebrands to Windermere

The Sacramento-based company will operate using the name “Windermere Signature Properties” nearly four years after its acquisition. The firm boasts more than 700 agents, as well as 14 offices. Continue reading