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For many buyers, the mortgage rates of the last few years created an expectation that anything above 5% feels too high. However, as real estate professionals, we can reshape this narrative and help clients understand that the ultra-low rates during the pandemic were an exception—not the rule. As rates settle into a more historically typical…

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The Real Brokerage brought in more than 10,000 new agents in 2024 while surpassing a $1 billion in annual revenue, according to fourth-quarter and fiscal-year earnings Thursday.

Above, from left, Heather Ozur, Rochelle Maize and Jamie Tian As devastating wildfires erupted across the Los Angeles area on January 7, fueled by fierce winds and dry conditions, the destruction was both staggering and deeply personal. While the fires are now fully contained, as they swept across the landscape, they reduced thousands of homes…

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In real estate, a strong legacy isn't just about the past — it's about ensuring a thriving future, Joshua A. McGrath writes. If you’re considering M&A, here’s what you should know.

Above, Toni Burns For Toni Burns—a REALTOR® with EXIT Realty in Lubbock, Texas—real estate is more than a job. It’s a lifelong calling. With over 22 years of experience, Burns has dedicated herself to helping first-time homebuyers, sellers and investors navigate one of life’s most important decisions. Her career has been defined by a passion…

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When four of the most successful residential real estate professionals got together recently to discuss what agents in today’s market need to succeed, there were any number of excellent ideas, strategies and recommendations. The reality? One point hovered over all others. There are no shortcuts. With all that’s gone on in the industry the last…

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The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) recently testified before Congress to break down the five key supply-side issues that are hindering housing supply. The organization’s goal was to explain that implementing policies to alleviate supply-side bottlenecks that are the main drivers of low housing supply and high home prices would help ease the nation’s…

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Despite a slow start to the year, Zillow's latest report said May might be a potential goldmine for homesellers. Listings that go live during the last two weeks of May receive a premium of $5,600.

NAR named Matthew Cenedella as its new CFO. He will replace long-time CFO John Pierpont, who will retire at the end of March.

Invesco Real Estate Continues Momentum, Closes on $3 billion of Loan Commitments across North America and Europe in 2024  PR Newswire

Can Invesco's Massive $3B Real Estate Lending Push Signal a Market Shift?  StockTitan

Invesco Real Estate Continues Momentum, Closes on $3 billion of Loan Commitments across North America and Europe in 2024  Longview News-Journal

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) has announced the appointment of Matthew Cenedella as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Cenedella will start March 19, succeeding longtime CFO John Pierpoint, who will retire at the end of the month. Cenedella brings extensive financial strategy experience and operational leadership to NAR, the organization noted in a…

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Initiating a trade war, President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on Mexican and Canadian imports went into effect earlier this week on Tuesday, March 4.  Directly impacting the housing market, there is a 25% tariff on imported aluminum, copper, lumber and steel. In 2023, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) estimated that $13 billion—or 7%—of…

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Despite global uncertainties, many investment opportunities exist for the wealthy in today's market, Douglas Elliman and Knight Frank's The 2025 Wealth Report shows. And they continue to be interested in real estate.

Brookfield Residential and North America Sekisui House Expand Strategic Partnership with $1.6 Billion in U.S. Real Estate Assets  PR Newswire

How This $1.6B Real Estate Partnership Could Reshape America's Housing Market  StockTitan

Brookfield Residential and North America Sekisui House Expand Strategic Partnership with $1.6 Billion in U.S. Real Estate Assets  Morningstar

Investors ditch US real estate as high rates shrink profits  MPA Mag

Investors ditch US real estate as high rates shrink profits  Mortgage Professional