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Consumer sentiment about housing market rebounds

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While just 26 percent of Americans said May was a good time to buy, that’s up from 23 percent in April and 14 percent a year ago, an all-time low in Fannie Mae survey. Continue reading →

Developers are lining up to buy in on Altadena’s burned out lots

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A wave of “Altadena Not for Sale” signs dot the yards of fire-scarred properties as a plea to preserve the communities that have been lost in January’s Eaton fire. Behind the signs, a different reality is unfolding — Altadena is for sale, and develope… Continue reading →

Wants vs. commitment: How to know if your buyers are really ready

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If your buyers seem to be getting cold feet, dig deeper and find their why so you can help them make the right decisions, coach Darryl Davis writes. Continue reading →

Working with the Michael Jordan of real estate: Bess Freedman

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As Hall Willkie steps into a consultant role at Brown Harris Stevens, CEO Bess Freedman reflects on the impact of her mentor. Continue reading →

The story behind the story of NAR’s ‘no-commingling’ rule repeal

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To repeal a rule that was only optional to begin with is not a repeal of anything, and based on its timing, it comes off as a desperate play for attention, Spencer Krull writes. Continue reading →

Trending: Lessons in pride and building brand equity that lasts

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As some brands scale back their Pride Month campaigns, others are doubling down on meaningful support. For real estate pros, the opportunity lies in showing up with purpose — and turning values into long-term brand equity. Continue reading →

9 ways to show clients you appreciate them this summer

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Don’t go silent this summer. Reach out to past clients, and show them you care with these strategies from coach Darryl Davis. Continue reading →

Opendoor planning reverse stock split in face of delisting threat

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Shares in the iBuyer have traded for as little as $0.58 on the Nasdaq in recent days — well below the $1 threshold companies must meet to avoid delisting. Continue reading →

Job market is cooling, but not fast enough to alarm Fed policymakers

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An estimated 7.24 million Americans were unemployed in May, as hiring by private employers slowed and the federal government continued to shrink its payroll. Continue reading →

Senate Dems ask Pulte to put Fannie, Freddie revamp on hold

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Lawmakers want assurances that privatizing the mortgage giants or taking them public won’t drive mortgage rates up, and put investor profits “over the homes of millions of Americans.” Continue reading →