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Fed stays put but is prepared to hike rates one more time this year

Sep 20, 2023

Treasury yields, a barometer for mortgage rates, barely budged Wednesday as bond market investors look ahead to next year when the Fed is expected to start bringing short-term rates back down.

No more ‘business as usual’: Here’s what NAR needs to change next

Sep 20, 2023

Pam O'Connor retired as CEO of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and was named one of the top 25 thought leaders by the National Association of Realtors. In this op-ed, she shares her thoughts on the organization, its business model, and makes the case for what else needs to change.

Demand for purchase loans picks up, but so do mortgage rates

Sep 20, 2023

Applications for FHA mortgages and conforming loans backed by Fannie and Freddie were up last week, even as rates crept back toward 2023 highs registered in August.

Homebuilder confidence tanks as mortgage rates rise

Sep 20, 2023

Builder sentiment for newly-built single-family homes slid five points to a score of 45, the second straight month of steep decreases.

Alex Vidal shares his journey from secretary to ERA brand president

Sep 20, 2023

Newly minted ERA Brand President Alex Vidal shares insight into his first 100 days at the helm, what ERA's "magic" is, and how his first job as a secretary prepared him to lead a brokerage.

Does size really matter? How to choose the right team for you

Sep 20, 2023

Does size matter? It depends on your goals, says Livian's Erin McCormick Torres. Here are the pros and cons of small teams and mega teams, to help you wade through your options before making any big decisions.

CRMLS partners with CubiCasa to proliferate industry with floor plans

Sep 20, 2023

Inman learned in a Sept. 19 press release that California Regional MLS will add the digital floor plan creation software to its list of preferred providers.

The pandemic broke open houses. Can a financial downturn fix them?

Sep 20, 2023

Open houses have been on the decline for decades, with the typical seller hosting only one open house event. However, data shows the current downturn could breathe new life into the practice.

A story from ‘The Brady Bunch’ house: None of the appliances work

Sep 20, 2023

The kitchen may look groovy, but none of the appliances in "The Brady Bunch" replica house are functional, new homeowner Tina Trahan learned shortly after acquiring the property. Fortunately, she couldn't care less.

Christie’s International Real Estate welcomes Austin affiliate

Sep 20, 2023

The new affiliate is owned and operated by Jerry Mooty, Jr., with Romeo Manzanilla serving as COO and broker of record. The location builds upon Christie's existing presence in the Texas markets of Dallas and Houston.

Thad Wong: 2 is better than 1 when it comes to brokerage presidencies

Sep 20, 2023

Christie's International Real Estate co-CEO Thad Wong and newly appointed co-President Natalie Hamrick revealed to Intel the strategic thinking behind its executive shakeup earlier this week.

The right way to part ways with employees and staff members

Sep 20, 2023

COO Erin MCormick Torres knows that there are many reasons you may be looking at a staff member's suitability for their role. Whether you're ready to cut ties or are just beginning to question their performance, this guide offers you the due diligence plan you need.