How Will the Exurbs Fare in the Long Run?
Realtor.com: Outer suburbs saw the highest price growth in the past year, but “the jury is still out” if that continues once workers return to their offices.
Fed’s Powell: There’s No Returning to Pre-Pandemic Economy
The chair says the U.S. economy has been permanently changed by the pandemic, and the central bank must understand and adapt to those changes before making decisions.
Tips for Creating a Neighborhood Profile Video
Sharing knowledge about an area helps agents develop rapport and credibility with consumers. It’s a good idea to show landmarks, amenities and other community aspects.
Can You Fight a Plan to Add Townhouses to a Community?
A developer usually has the right to annex additional land to its community, with few limitations under governing docs – but check documents closely anyway.
Some Landlords Seek Exit Strategy During Eviction Ban
Many smaller landlords are losing sleep, doing their own repairs, and some are even selling property, which could further dent the U.S.’s supply of affordable housing.
That’s It – I’m Done! How to Break Up with a Client
Red flags could include a customer’s unrealistic expectations, time-consuming and excessive demands, disrespect or even lack of proper communication.
Mortgage Rates Barely Move This Week: End at 2.86%
Without more homes listed for sale, mortgage money demand has evened out, leading to little week-to-week change. Last week, the 30-year FRM averaged 2.87%.
iBuyers Bounce Back After Pandemic Hiatus
It should be challenging for iBuyers in a seller’s market, but they’re paying more. It could be a business strategy: Accept lower profits to assure long-term success.
Judge Dismisses Antitrust Lawsuit, Favors NAR Over Top Agent Network
NAR’s Clear Cooperation policy placed limits on pocket listings, leading a members-only “top agents” network for non-MLS listings to file a lawsuit. The ruling questioned some aspects of Clear Cooperation, but the judge said antitrust does not give TAN a right to “hoard listings among themselves.”
FHFA’s 2022 ‘Goals’ Expand Lending to Low-Income Americans
The proposed goals expand the number of Fannie and Freddie loans that would go to low- and moderate-income families, minorities, rural areas and underserved populations.