Top Agents Establish Tone Within the First 15 Minutes
Top agents excel by prioritizing client listening, asking insightful questions, clarifying processes, and quickly adapting to cues for successful interactions.
MRED Launches Nationwide Private Listing Network for Agents via Compass Partnership
MRED expands its MLS and Private Listing Network to agents across the nation, enhanced by a Compass listing feed and financial subsidies for participation.
M/I Homes Maintains Order Pace Amidst Margins Pressure
M/I Homes focuses on spec-heavy deliveries, achieving a 3% increase in sales despite a 4% average price drop to $459,000 and a declining gross margin.
New Tool Monitors State Measures for Deed Theft Protection
Explore a comprehensive classification of jurisdictions based on their legal frameworks, ranging from strict penalties to no legislative action, for private lenders.
Citizens Report: Homeowners Embrace a ‘Stay and Upgrade’ Approach
Citizens reports 71% of homeowners plan renovations in two years, with 63% potentially needing financing in five. 39% lack clarity on their options.
Bess Freedman: Addressing the Realities of Private Listing Networks
A real estate CEO asserts that private listing networks restrict market exposure, hinder price discovery, and obscure critical data like days on market and price reductions.
DOJ Ends Investigation Related to the Fed, May Facilitate Warsh Confirmation
The DOJ has concluded its investigation into Jerome Powell's congressional testimony, potentially paving the way for Kevin Warsh's nomination as his successor.
The Impact of Lower Score Fees on Overall Mortgage Costs
Explore the FICO vs. VantageScore debate, focusing on lender choice and its implications for adverse selection and secondary-market pricing in mortgage costs.
Taylor Morrison reduces incentives and emphasizes buyer decision-making.
Explore innovative strategies like tactical discounts and escalating incentives in the housing market. Discover how Taylor Morrison navigates unique opportunities.
Declining Retirement Confidence Amid Social Security Concerns and Rising Costs
Worker confidence has declined to 61%, and retiree confidence has also dropped to 73%, highlighting potential challenges for private lenders in the marketplace.