Will home sales rebound? Closely watched forecasts say, ‘Yes’
Economists at Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association differ on how much room mortgage rates have to come down and how fast home price appreciation will cool....
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4 ways brokerages build resilient, high-performing agents
As a broker, Thomas Mallette writes, it's up to you to walk the walk with your agents, providing the mentorship and guidance they need to succeed....
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Broker Spotlight: Kristin Barry, Arbor Real Estate
Find out how this Orange County, California, indie broker leads "with a balance of compliance, mentorship and heart."...
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Mortgage rate woes undercut June new home sales
Despite ample inventory and more affordable prices, seasonally adjusted new residential sales dropped 6.6 percent annually. Experts attributed the drop to mortgage rates as the primary cause....
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Mega association emerges in Texas in the aftermath of major merger
Association members have voted to approve a merger between the MetroTex Association of Realtors and Collin County Area Realtors, making the combined association a force of nearly 40,000 members....
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Why collaboration and cooperation are the future of real estate
In today’s more challenging market, agents are banding together to stay competitive and sane. Mike Bruce of Denver Metro Association of Realtors offers strategies for working together more effectively....
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The 15 priciest home sales of 2025 so far are pretty huge
Properties on this year's list reaffirm that ultra-luxury buyers have little concern over owning homes in areas prone to natural disasters since they have the means to rebuild, if necessary....
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Stop telling agents what to say. Teach them how to talk instead
Troy Palmquist talks with Justin Benson, founder of Shilo AI, about how personalized, consistent coaching can make agents more effective....
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Desperately seeking an AI bestie? How to protect your professional image from AI companion risks
Adopt these practices to harness the potential benefits of AI tools while proactively protecting your invaluable professional persona from the array of privacy and security dangers....
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Be protective, proactive and prepared when working with celebrity clients
In Part 4 of her five-part series, Cara Ameer offers strategies for providing high-level care that's specific to the requirements of high-profile clients....
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