3rd indictment adds new charge against Alexander brothers

The new allegation of aggravated sexual abuse by force, threat or intoxicant against Oren and Alon brings the total number of counts against the brothers collectively up to 10. Continue reading

CFPB enforcement chief resigns, saying mission ‘under attack’

The Trump administration is seeking to cut 90 percent of the CFPB’s workforce, and has dismissesd about 20 active enforcement cases and moved to vacate or weaken several finalized settlements. Continue reading

Foreclosures were up 9% year over year in May: ATTOM

States with the highest foreclosure rates in May included Delaware, Florida, Illinois and Indiana. ATTOM’s CEO described the situation as “a mixed picture.” Continue reading

5 pillars of building a dependable, sustainable, predictable business

Focus on mastering each pillar step-by-step, trainer Terry LeClair writes, and watch your business transform from unpredictable to unstoppable. Continue reading

What if real estate agents bought and sold countries?

Just for fun, Chris Drayer crunches the numbers to see which countries are buyer opportunities, which are seller plays and which hold must-watch investment potential. 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

Real Talk: You want more babies? Moms need housing and a village

The game of “Momopoly,” is big business for America, trainer Rachael Hite writes, and women are no longer interested in playing without meaningful change, more money and safe healthcare. Continue reading

Appraisal Institute ousts vice president amid ongoing turmoil

Craig Steinley was voted out Wednesday by a two-thirds majority of the Institute’s 28-member board, less than two weeks after a New York Times exposé surfaced harassment and misconduct allegations. Continue reading

Lead With Fire: Weave passion with purpose for a fulfilling business

When passion and purpose align, you become unstoppable. Find out how to cultivate the combination in this new series from Debra Trappen. Continue reading

For the love of real estate

Transcendent enthusiasm, like falling in love, grabs hold when buyers find a home they adore, Brad Inman writes of the couple who bought his Spanish-style West Hollywood home earlier this month. Continue reading