In the current real estate market, buyers abound while inventory is nearly nonexistent in many markets. But Americans might be back on the move soon: One in five homeowners say they plan to sell their current home within the next year.
Has the desire for better commission compensation squashed innovation in the real estate industry?
Pocket listings are a hot commodity, especially with for-sale inventory levels at historic lows. But they’re controversial and finding a buyer for a listing that’s not advertised on a multiple listing service (MLS) can be tough. Zenlist’s online platform combines off-market listings with active ones, and adds a “community chat platform.”
Michael Lissack writes: Realtors be forewarned. If the PRO Act can attract 10 US Senators (and thus survive an expected filibuster), Realtors who fail to self-incorporate will automatically become employees of their brokerage firm.
Expanding credit access and creating a public credit reporting agency could increase minority homeownership, but the ideas have critics.
Executives weigh in on their top concerns, the new occupant in the White House, and how the work-from-home landscape will change the market moving forward.
President Biden signed the American Rescue Plan Thursday, freeing up $1.9 trillion aimed at invigorating the economy following the pandemic.
Rohit Chopra warned of housing market fallout and said he would focus on helping struggling homeowners at his Senate Confirmation hearing.
News from around the real estate industry concerning executive appointments, franchise initiatives and more.
In a quandary about whether you should develop a real estate team leader or replace them? Use these seven powerful questions to help you decide.
