Buckle Up: 2024 Is Going to Get Weird
Real estate is no stranger to the out-of-the-ordinary, and 2024 looks like it’s going to be a doozy. In some ways, we’ve found a new “normal”: shrinking broker margins, rising costs, inflationary pressure and scarce seller leads. In others, like interest rates, inventory and pricing, things feel more uncertain than ever. We’re heading for uncharted… […]
Inside Real Estate Furthers Integration with BrokerMint
Inside Real Estate has announced the launch of new back office capabilities in kvCORE through an expanded integration with Brokermint, a cloud-based back office and transaction management software. The deep integration is powered by the unification of the data layer, allowing agents to seamlessly align the kvCORE and Brokermint platforms, and answering the need for… […]
Embracing Sustainability: The Top Eco-Friendly Home Improvements
Green home improvements have taken center stage in an era marked by growing environmental concerns and a desire to reduce carbon footprints. Homeowners increasingly recognize the importance of adopting Eco-friendly home improvement practices for the planet’s well-being and the long-term benefits they bring to their lives. From solar panels to energy-efficient appliances, an array of… […]
Existing-Home Sales Decreased 0.7% in August
Existing-Home Sales Decreased 0.7% in August In August 2023, existing-home sales improved in the Midwest, were unchanged in the Northeast, and slipped in the South and West. Media Contact: Troy Green 202-383-1042
Studies: More Buyers of Color Forced to Wait Out Market
Two new NAR reports reveal the difficulties home buyers are facing across racial and ethnic lines and what can help them on their real estate journey. www.nar.realtor – Fair Housing
Midwest Team’s Collegial Atmosphere in College Town Propels Success
Above: Matt Winzenried, center, with his team Talk about taking real estate marketing to the next level… Matt Winzenried Real Estate Partners, a Madison, Wisconsin brokerage aligned with Realty Executives, showcases T-shirts, hoodies and sweatshirts featuring a stylized MW logo for sale on Amazon.com. While the agency leader’s plan wasn’t to have the clothing serve… […]
Housing Affordability Challenges Persist in July 2023
At the national level, housing affordability was flat in July 2023 compared to the previous month. www.nar.realtor – Research
Florida MLSes Unite Under One Search Portal
South Florida’s two largest Multiple Listing Services are now providing complete listing data to Nestfully, the leading consumer home listing portal developed and run by the residential real estate industry. Miami REALTORS® SEFMLS and Broward, Palm Beaches & St. Lucie REALTORS®/BeachesMLS’ partnership means consumers can now search all South Florida properties on a leading portal… […]