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Real Estate News
‘It could have been us’: Houston Realtor shares flood survival story
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 19:32:06
Rise Realty Group leader Ricky Gonzalez shares how he and 12 friends survived the Texas Hill Country flash flood, thanks to quick thinking and the bravery of a nearby Kerrville family. read more»

New rules for Fannie, Freddie credit scoring are stumping lenders
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 18:42:58
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. read more»

American Real Estate Association partners with RLTYco
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:32:48
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. read more»

Dwiggins on Compass, Zillow and real estate ‘Armageddon’
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:54:40
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. read more»

Compass acquires Colorado-based indie PorchLight Real Estate Group
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 14:07:24
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. read more»

SERHANT. expands operations into the Washington DC metro area
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 12:00:04
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. read more»

Are sellers coming off the sidelines in your market? Pulse
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:52
National numbers suggest we're finally seeing an end to the lock-in effect. How is it playing out in the neighborhoods you serve? read more»

Realtor vs. real estate agent: Why the difference matters
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:44
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. read more»

How to help your buyers avoid costly mortgage mistakes
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:38
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. read more»

Using systems to scale: Run your business, don’t let it run you
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:24
Systems aren’t just a tool for growth, Jen Dillard writes. They’re a foundation for sustainability in your real estate business. read more»

House hacking: A creative solution for your exhausted buyers
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:09
House hacking is a mindset shift that turns today’s real estate market challenges into strategic advantages, broker Julie Busby writes. read more»

‘Small acts of kindness’ abound in Texas Hill Country flood aftermath
Wed, 09 Jul 2025 8:00:06
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. read more»

Fannie, Freddie ordered to accept new VantageScore 4.0 credit score
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 22:10:51
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. read more»

Hive MLS hires RentSpree to assist members
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 20:49:08
RentSpree's tenant screening, application processing and marketing will now help members of Hive MLS work with renters read more»

Portal wars field a new fighter — backed by the country’s largest news publisher
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:39:29
Mysterious newcomer plans to generate buyer and seller leads quickly after teaming up with Gannett Company to display listings across its news sites. read more»

Buyers and sellers face off as inventory and delistings rise
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 16:04:57
Delistings outpaced inventory growth in June even as price cuts surged, showing that a growing number of sellers are unwilling to compromise when it comes to their selling goals. read more»

First speakers announced for Inman On Tour Texas 2025
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:41:03
Inman On Tour Texas is back for 2025, bringing together the industry’s top agents, brokers and thought leaders for a one-of-a-kind event. read more»

Luxury market ‘as strong as ever’ despite broader slowness
Tue, 08 Jul 2025 8:05:11
It has been a challenging year for many real estate agents contending with a volatile economy, but the luxury market has remained resilient in the face of uncertainty read more»