Mortgage giants allegedly weren't informed in advance that they'd be required to accept VantageScore 4.0, and lenders have lots of questions about how the new process will work.

With the partnership, RLTYco CEO and cofounder Briggs Elwell will join the association's board, and agents who subscribe to RLTYco will also have access to AREA membership through the company's suite of services.

The co-CEO of franchisor NextHome, James Dwiggins, talks about the future of the industry in light of the debate over NAR's Clear Cooperation Policy ahead of his appearance at Inman Connect San Diego.

Hosting "Real Estate 101" events is a powerful way for real estate agents to build trust, generate leads, and establish themselves as local experts—especially among first-time buyers, sellers, and investors. Here's a complete guide to planning and running successful events: Why Host Real Estate 101 Events? Educate clients who feel overwhelmed or un...

The firm was founded in 2005 and closed $922.3 million in sales volume in 2024, according to RealTrends. About 180 agents will be making the move to Compass.

This marks the luxury firm's second new market of 2025. It launches with more than 30 agents, led by Principal Broker Maryanne Moyers and founding agents MJ Frazier, Lizzy Conroy and Antonio Nguyen.

An Italianate home in Kingston, a condo in Chicago and an expanded 1925 house in Salem.

From baby proofing to feng shui, homeowners and renters can hire professional help for just about anything.

As cleanup continues in the notoriously polluted Gowanus Canal, amenity-filled developments are drawing new residents to the neighborhood. Is that a good thing?

Branches across the country offer supplies and classes to help novices or those who don’t want to spring for an expensive power tool a way to take on home improvement.

National numbers suggest we're finally seeing an end to the lock-in effect. How is it playing out in the neighborhoods you serve?

For consumers navigating a home sale and professionals building a career, Long Island Board of Realtors CEO Doreen Spagnuolo writes, it’s essential to understand who’s representing your interests.

When buyers plan and have the right people on their side, mortgage expert Phil Crescenzo Jr. writes, they can stay in control, and the rest becomes a lot less stressful.

Systems aren’t just a tool for growth, Jen Dillard writes. They’re a foundation for sustainability in your real estate business.

House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes.

A flash flood devastated Texas's Hill Country over the Fourth of July weekend, killing more than 100 residents. Real estate professionals have stepped in to help.

While questions remain about the new policy, FHFA Director Bill Pulte says lenders must still use "tri-merge" process to obtain scores from all three major credit bureaus.

RentSpree's tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters

Mysterious newcomer plans to generate buyer and seller leads quickly after teaming up with Gannett Company to display listings across its news sites.

Living in the same apartment building as a family member has provided the right balance of privacy and comfort to some New Yorkers.