News & Media NEW YORK – Last year, technology, especially artificial intelligence-powered technology, was key to agent success. 2025 is likely to see more technological advancements. The aim of any new technology should be to help real estate professionals work smarter not harder, bolstering efficiency and productivity so decisions can be made more quickly […]
CHICAGO – Years ago, many referred to the ceiling as the fifth wall—a surface that could add style, texture and color. Now many point to the floor as the sixth wall and a place to introduce additional panache. Wood floors are once again at the top of many homeowners’ wish lists. The variety of […]
NEW YORK – Growing a business and setting it up for long-term success weighs on various factors and requires a constantly evolving strategy. Paying close attention to those things that impact the growth of your enterprise will help ensure that your organization stays thriving despite the challenges in your industry. This article will show […]
News & Media TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Regulators this week approved proposals by two private insurers to take up to 156,040 policies from the state’s Citizens Property Insurance Corp. in April. Florida Insurance Commissioner Michael Yaworsky signed orders Wednesday that will allow Mangrove Property Insurance Co. to assume up to 81,040 Citizens policies and Slide […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif.— For the 17th consecutive month, rents declined in December, falling by -1.1% year over year to a median of $1,695, according to the Realtor.com December Rental Report released today. This is the first time since April 2022 where the national median asking rent fell below $1,700, as new construction nationally continues […]
SEATTLE — Home prices rose from a year earlier in all 50 of the most populous U.S. metropolitan areas in December—the first time that has occurred since May 2022, according to a new report from Redfin. By comparison, home prices rose in 41 metros in December 2023. “Places that have long been known as […]
News & Media By Mechele Mills NEW YORK – As we step into the new year, small business owners are gearing up to navigate an evolving landscape. Scaling operations and ensuring long-term sustainability remain top priorities, but achieving success requires more than just increasing revenue. From attracting top talent and fostering a thriving workplace […]
CHICAGO – Most real estate professionals all have that one thing they absolutely don’t want to do: public speaking, door-knocking, networking. The reality is that not partaking in certain aspects of the business could be costing you money or keeping you from reaching your full potential in the business. YPN member, real estate trainer […]
SEATTLE — Pending home sales fell 4.5% month over month in December on a seasonally adjusted basis—the largest decline since October 2022—and dropped 2.3% year over year, according to the real estate brokerage Redfin. Homebuyer demand dipped at the end of the year because mortgage rates jumped. After inching downward at the beginning of […]
SANTA CLARA, Calif. – The American Dream is alive and thriving, according to a new survey from Realtor.com, which found nearly two out of three Americans (64%) identify homeownership as one of their life goals, while 50% believe homeownership is necessary to achieving long-term wealth. “Home, and land, ownership has been a part of […]
WASHINGTON – Fueled by solid demand, single-family construction moved higher in December despite several headwinds facing the industry, including high mortgage rates, elevated financing costs for builders and a lack of buildable lots. Overall housing starts increased 15.8% in December to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.50 million units, according to a report […]
CHICAGO — The year ahead is poised to bring more opportunities for homebuyers as the housing market continues to stabilize. The Federal Reserve is expected to maintain a gradual approach to easing monetary policy in 2025. While concerns about federal deficits and rising public debt may cap the extent of those rate cuts, borrowing […]