Local association’s revenue bump funds national ad campaign

Broward, Palm Beaches and St. Lucie Realtors' "Only a Realtor" commercials are a "local contribution to creating a national movement," the association says.

Here are the 10 best (and worst) cities for women in real estate

Women in real estate in Toledo make 136 percent of the earnings of men in real estate in the city — the fourth highest in the country, survey says. Women also hold a majority of real estate jobs in the city at 59 percent of all real estate jobs.

Airbnb partners with building owners to let renters act as hosts

Tenants can become short-term rental hosts for as much as half of the year under a new approach that connects renters with buildings that allow Airbnbs.

Keller Williams mortgage exec leaves after less than 2 years

Dave Smith joined Keller Williams in 2021. He presided over the firm's lending efforts during a period of increasing difficulty for the mortgage business.

All brokerages are entering the winter of real estate: Mike DelPrete

Now that earnings are in for the big box brokerages, the anticipated revenue decline is clear. But does it tell the whole story?

Conflicts of interest spoil your integrity

Today, conflicts of interest make top headline news daily and fuel the wrath of the DOJ and FTC. Greed is at the root of carelessly mixing business lines, which is why Brad Inman says separating ownership is often necessary to avoid conflicts. 

Christie’s International Real Estate launches Caribbean network

Christie's International Real Estate Caribbean Affiliates will serve as a "network within a network," establishing a central source for listings, market data, marketing and cooperation among the separate Christie's International Real Estate affiliates in the Caribbean.

Purchase mortgage demand up 4th week in a row as rates fall

Without adjustment for seasonal factors, demand for both purchase loans and refinancing remains at their lowest levels since 2000, according to an MBA lender survey.

What are you wishing for this holiday season? Pulse

This is the time of year when we're primed to start thinking about the future. That's why we want to know: What are you wishing for this holiday season?

71% of consumers expect personalized service. Here’s how to deliver

Real estate marketing needs to be as personalized as possible for agents to best prepare for the market ahead, and its eventual rebound.

Healing the home: How some real estate pros are turning to feng shui in an uncertain market

No bites on that multimillion dollar home? It may be the vibes. Find out how Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha creates feng shui fixes for luxury listings.

These tech tools will upgrade your open house, from check-in to closing

When you peel back the industry stigma of open houses, you'll find the only people who really complain about them are those who should be championing them — real estate agents.

Is your real estate website up to snuff? 5 can’t-miss essentials

Want to create an online presence but not sure where to start? Coach Darryl Davis offers the nuts-and-bolts elements that help you build an effective digital footprint from the ground up.

NAR venture capital arm launches tech accelerator in Latin America

The launch marks the first time the accelerator, REACH, will accept applications from companies in a non-primarily English-speaking region. Real estate startups can apply through February, and the application is also available in Spanish by request.

Fannie and Freddie get green light to buy $1M mortgages

The big run-up in home prices may have cooled, but the 2023 conforming loan limit is going up 12 percent to $727,200 in most parts of the country.

It now costs $888 more to buy a home than to rent one: Report

The gap between buying a home and renting one has widened since 2020, "The Wall Street Journal" reports. It now costs $3,058 a month to buy an entry-level home.

Will I have to sell real estate til I’m 70?

Do you know how much you need on hand to retire? Agent Lorraine Beato shares a cautionary tale about preparing now so that you are not selling homes well into your golden years to stay afloat.

Corcoran Group and Savills expand relationship to encompass Miami

Corcoran Group agents in Miami can now refer clients to the London-based Savills' global network and vice versa, allowing access to buyers and sellers in more than 70 countries.

Home prices dropped in September for third straight month

The S&P Corelogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index reported a 10.6 percent annual gain in home prices during September, down from the previous month when they increased 12.9 percent.

How rising interest rates affect cap rates and rental returns

Rents don’t historically fall during recessions, even as home prices do. Investors should keep the following in mind moving forward.

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