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Trump administration relaxes FHA flood risk, appraisal requirements

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Recission of a dozen regulatory policies is aimed at “slashing red tape that drives up costs and shuts families out of the market,” HUD Secretary Scott Turner said. Continue reading →

Uncertainty over tariff policies continues to worry consumers

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Two closely watched surveys show Americans remain concerned that the U.S. is headed for the dual challenge of an economic slowdown and an increase in inflation. Continue reading →

Former Zillow mortgage originator sues over alleged wages issues

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Former mortgage loan originator Andrew Josephson claims the company failed to adequately pay him and other employees for time worked in an effort to cut costs and gain a leg up on competitors. Continue reading →

MLS hacked? Solid Earth’s Passkey authentication aims to lock it down

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It’s not uncommon for MLS platforms and industry data sources to be caught in hacks or phishing attempts, which puts all members at risk. Continue reading →

‘NAR needs to get out of the MLS business’: Windermere’s Jacobi

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MLSs are just too important to the health of the industry, and to the homebuying and selling process, to keep them under NAR’s control, Windermere co-President OB Jacobi writes. Continue reading →

New Florida condo laws poised to ease buyer affordability stress

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The two laws provide more generous timelines for condo associations and potential homebuyers on inspections and the reviewing of documents, among other measures, which should ease assessments that can negatively impact homeowners and buyers. Continue reading →

Compass asks judge to block Zillow’s ban on publicly marketed private listings

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In a motion filed on Friday morning, Compass said that it seeks to “dent” Zillow’s dominance in the home search space and asked the court to stop Zillow’s ban on publicly marketed private listings, which takes effect on Monday Continue reading →

Compass, Zillow, Redfin and the rest: It’s Inman’s Top 5

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Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. Continue reading →

Selling real estate is selling a story. Here’s how to do it right

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For luxury broker Latham Jenkins, the key to marketing a luxury property boils down to this advice: Don’t just sell houses. Sell experiences. Continue reading →

What homebuyers want right now is some certainty: Economist

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NewHomeSource Chief Economist Ali Wolf will provide insights into economic factors, buyer behavior, and how market shifts are impacting consumers at Inman Connect San Diego. Continue reading →