December Fed rate cut seen as a lock — then caution may prevail

The latest Consumer Price Index reading is in line with expectations, but progress in fighting inflation has stalled. Forecasts for a slower pace of easing next year might keep mortgage rates above 6 percent. Continue reading

South Florida association launches consumer education ad campaign

Titled “Perfect Strangers,” the latest commercial is part of Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie Realtors’ stated goal of creating a national movement to change how consumers think of real estate agents. Continue reading

Alexander brothers charged with sex trafficking in fed indictment

The several months-long legal battle the brothers faced against several women who alleged sexual assault came to a head on Wednesday with their arrests in the wake of an FBI probe. Continue reading

Mobile home prices surge but remain an affordable alternative

The price of mobile homes has surged by approximately 58 percent between 2018 and 2023, outpacing the 37.66 percent growth in traditional single-family home prices. Continue reading

How I evolved into an authentic and effective servant leader

The question isn’t “Are you a leader?” It’s “What type of leader are you?” CEO Justin Bailey writes in this examination of his leadership journey. Continue reading

Lesson Learned: Real estate needs patience, empathy, a listening ear

Find out how this Pacific Palisades luxury agent and new development expert has grown her career alongside the growth of her market. Continue reading

Zumper introduces Zoe, latest AI for aspiring renters

Zumper is the latest software company in the rental industry to launch an artificial intelligence product to assist current and aspiring tenants. Continue reading

Realty One Group allows Phoenix-area agents to leave NAR

Beginning in 2025, local agents will have the option to join a new Realty One subsidiary and become members of MLS Choice, a new low-cost membership type provided by Phoenix Realtors, without having to be Realtor association members. Continue reading

SoCal law enforcement personnel offered 0-down home loans

Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union (LAPFCU) expands its service area and membership base to include municipal, county, state and federal law enforcement agencies in 10 counties Continue reading

MyCUmortgage onboards 15 credit unions as new clients in 2024

Ohio-based credit union service organization (CUSO) partners with mortgage technology providers to help credit unions originate, underwrite and service conventional and government-backed mortgages. Continue reading