Residential Real Estate
NAR Op-Ed: ‘Cooperative Compensation Will Continue to Be an Important Option for Consumers’
Last month, the National Association of REALTORS® announced a settlement that would resolve nationwide litigation over claims from home sellers related to broker commissions. The $ 418 million settlement, and the practice changes it will usher in, have led some to speculate that real estate agents are at risk of becoming obsolete. As someone who […]
Tributes Pour In as William Raveis Company Celebrates 50 Years
Above, from left, Chris Raveis, William Raveis, RISMedia Founder and CEO John Featherston and Ryan Raveis at the 50th Anniversary celebration. More than a thousand William Raveis’ sales associates, managers and employees, as well as three generations of the Raveis family and guests from Maine to Florida celebrated the firm’s 50th awards celebration in high… […]
4 Surefire Ways to Convince Potential Clients to Sign a Buyer Agent Contract
You’re comfortable in the knowledge that as a real estate agent you’re a pro’s pro. Until recently, you didn’t have to discuss with hopeful homebuyers precisely what your compensation would be. Now you do. What’s important is to communicate your value and what you will do for them, but what’s even more vital is to… […]
Consumer Confidence Sees Little Change in March
Consumer confidence saw little movement in March, falling slightly from 104.8 in February to 104.7, according to the latest data from The Conference Board. This follows a large drop in February, which was a shock after January’s two-year high. “Confidence rose among consumers aged 55 and over but deteriorated for those under 55,” said Dana… […]
A World Without Bounds: Inside the Business and Pleasure of Global Real Estate Deals
Above, Villa O’Calm, Saint Barthelemy, from LeadingRE memberSibarth Real Estate. Photo: Hugo Allard. Search MNPH on luxuryportfolio.com. In a real estate industry that has been riddled with strife—from inflation and high interest rates to a scarcity of inventory—finding new ways to grow brokerage business has become more challenging than ever before. For the members of… […]
Congress Nears First Shutdown Deadline
A government shutdown would affect many agencies and programs that are important to REALTOR® businesses and their clients. www.nar.realtor – Fair Housing
Pending Home Sales Rose 1.6% in February
Pending Home Sales Rose 1.6% in February Modest sales growth shows slow and steady progress from the lows of late last year. Media Contact: Lauren Cozzi 202-383-1178
NAR Submits Comments to VA on Allowable Fees; Urges GSEs and Regulators to Confirm Support for Buyer Financing
In ongoing efforts to address housing policy and lending concerns surrounding the recent National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) settlement, NAR issued two letters this week to both the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), GSEs and regulators. The letter to GSEs was also sent on behalf of the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), delivered to the Federal… […]