Housing Wire

JULY 3, 2025

Despite strong interest in home-buying, affordability challenges and misconceptions about down payments are deterring many potential buyers, according to a new survey from NeighborWorks America. The nonprofit organization reports that 27% of U.S. adults say they plan to buy a home within the next year. However, among those who are postponing or not planning to purchase, one-third cite insufficient income relative to home prices as the primary obstacle.

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Real Estate News

JULY 5, 2025

A longtime franchisee, the family-run LA brokerage decided it was time to go it alone, investing in its 450 agents and its community instead of franchise fees.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2025

Rocket Companies announced on Tuesday the completion of its acquisition of Redfin after Rocket announced in March it agreed to purchase the digital real estate brokerage in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. The transaction faced no opposition from antitrust regulators and received approval from Redfin shareholders on June 4. “I’ve used Redfin every day for the last 20 years.

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Real Estate News

JULY 2, 2025

In an email to MLS and NAR leaders, CEO Robert Reffkin says the brokerage is not bound by the CCP and will not ask its agents to comply with the policy.

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Speaker: Jady West, VP of Hospitality & Chris Bennett, Head of Sales & Engineering

The modern hotel room is no longer just a place to stay—it’s an experience to remember. Today’s guests expect seamless 5G connectivity, personalized comfort, and high-tech convenience. From AI-powered smart room controls to in-room entertainment and app-based services, technology is redefining hospitality from the inside out. In this new session featuring industry pros Jady West and Chris Bennett, we’ll explore how high-speed, high-bandwidth connectivity powers the innovations that are enabling

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 3, 2025

Start a Free Trial Login Real Estate Blog Membership Overview KCM Local RealTalk by KCM™ Daily Blog Posts Social Graphics Email & Newsletter Builder Videos Buyer & Seller Guides Market Reports & Visuals Pricing Must-Share Content Real Estate Blog Start a Free Trial Login Menu Menu English Español AGENTS: Did you know you can share a personalized version of this post?

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BAM Media

JULY 3, 2025

Five years in real estate doesn’t make me a veteran. But it gives me just enough distance from the starting line to ask better questions and recognize what actually matters. Five years in isn’t a victory lap. It’s a gut check. Because the further I get, the more I realize how easy it is to confuse motion with progress. There’s always another transaction.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2025

HousingWire is excited to introduce the winners of its annual Women of Influence award, recognizing 100 women whose achievements are driving the housing industry forward. Now in its 16th year, the award honors leaders across mortgage, real estate and fintech who are making a measurable impact on their organizations and the broader housing economy. This year’s honorees include mentors, innovators, and community leaders.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 1, 2025

Start a Free Trial Login Real Estate Blog Membership Overview KCM Local RealTalk by KCM™ Daily Blog Posts Social Graphics Email & Newsletter Builder Videos Buyer & Seller Guides Market Reports & Visuals Pricing Must-Share Content Real Estate Blog Start a Free Trial Login Menu Menu English Español AGENTS: Did you know you can share a personalized version of this post?

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Inman

JULY 1, 2025

Celebrity agent Mauricio Umansky, who has targeted the National Association of Realtors’ dominance over agents and the rules governing real estate, heads back to court.

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 3, 2025

2025 isn’t just another year in the housing cycle, it’s a new landscape altogether. High interest rates are lingering, affordability is stretched, and competition is evolving.

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Housing Wire

JULY 1, 2025

Real is looking to propel its AI game through its acquisition of Flyhomes’ AI-powered search portal, according to an announcement on Tuesday. Through this acquisition, Real is also gaining all of the assets related to Flyhomes ’ portal, including the engineering team that has worked on the platform. “By bringing Flyhomes’ consumer technology under the Real umbrella, we’re combining the best in real estate innovation to deliver a seamless, AI-powered experience —designed around people—for both ag

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Real Estate News

JULY 2, 2025

The changes, which include an overhaul of the California Environmental Quality Act, target affordability and the housing shortage, the governor’s office said.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 2, 2025

Remember the chatter in the headlines about all the homes big institutional investors were buying? If you were thinking about buying a home yourself, you may have wondered how you’d ever be able to compete with that.

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Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant

Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.

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Inman

JULY 3, 2025

Many real estate brokerages have used joint ventures successfully to enter mortgage, title, insurance or property management verticals, Phillip Cantrell writes, increasing profitability and client retention.

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RIS Media

JULY 2, 2025

Although a senior homeowner may not have taken the steps yet to downsize or move, the signs are often there for eagle-eyed agents. Recognizing these life changes can help you offer timely, relevant solutions while securing your next listing. Here are five signs a senior homeowner may be ready to downsize: Loss of a partner… The post 5 Signs a Senior Homeowner May Be Ready to Downsize appeared first on RISMedia.

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Housing Wire

JULY 2, 2025

Compass ’s crusade against the National Association of Realtors’ (NAR) Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) continues. On Tuesday, the Robert Reffkin -helmed firm informed local MLS and NAR leadership that it “does not consider the Clear Cooperation Policy or any national NAR MLS rule impacting clients as binding,” and that it “has not and will not adhere to CCP or any national NAR MLS rule.

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Real Estate News

JULY 3, 2025

Despite falling mortgage rates and low unemployment, the combination of economic uncertainty and high home prices indicates the market slowdown will continue.

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Keeping Current Matters

JULY 7, 2025

If you’ve been putting off buying a home because you thought getting approved would be too hard, know this: qualifying for a mortgage is starting to get a bit more achievable, but lending standards are still strong.

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Inman

JULY 2, 2025

CEO Robert Reffkin said the real estate brokerage doesn't consider 'any national NAR MLS rule impacting clients as binding,' but will continue to train agents to comply with local MLS rules

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Bigger Pockets

JULY 2, 2025

A friend of mine recently messaged me after reading Airbnb’s updated Payment Terms.

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Real Estate News

JULY 1, 2025

The Real Brokerage and Realty ONE Group have each paid millions to home sellers, but now face litigation from buyers claiming they paid inflated prices.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 5, 2025

Are you trying to figure out where to invest in real estate, even with all the ups and downs in the economy? You're not alone. Many of us are looking for stable and profitable places to put our money. Based on the latest data, despite a projected overall decline in home values nationally, several smaller housing markets are expected to buck the trend and actually boom.

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Inman

JULY 5, 2025

Battles among real estate heavyweights make the market less transparent and harder to navigate for the people we’re supposed to be helping, Troy Palmquist writes.

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Better Dwelling

JULY 3, 2025

Greater Toronto real estate developers found no relief from the market rut in May. BILD GTA and Altus Group data shows new home sales hit a record low in May, marking an 8th month of historically weak demand. Even though just a handful of new homes sold in a city of millions, sellers have been […] The post Toronto New Home Sales Fall To Record Low, Just 42 Condos Sold In The City appeared first on Better Dwelling.

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Housing Wire

JULY 3, 2025

A bank statement loan — also called a Bank Statement Mortgage —lets self-employed borrowers qualify with 12–24 months of bank statements instead of tax returns or W-2s. Ideal for: Small-business owners Entrepreneurs Freelancers & gig-economy workers Independent contractors For these borrowers, the program evaluates actual cash flow rather than tax-restricted paperwork—offering a smarter route to approval.

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Speaker: Sarah Santa Ana, Real Estate Coach, Move4Free Realty

Networking is one of the crucial elements in every real estate organization's success. Both agents and real estate companies need to maintain robust networking links. This is why social media is essential for any real estate professional! Social media enables you to stay in touch with your present clients, maintain connections with your past clients, and engage potential customers and investors.

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Real Estate News

JULY 1, 2025

The case involving Clear Cooperation and Mauricio Umansky’s pocket listings network has been revived as The Agency founder makes good on his threat to sue NAR.

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Marco Santarelli

JULY 4, 2025

Is Florida's real estate bubble about to burst, or will the Sunshine State continue to be a land of opportunity for homeowners? The Florida Housing Market: Predictions for the Next 5 Years (2025-2030) is mixed. Expect a period of stabilization and potentially slight price drops in the short term due to increased inventory and affordability challenges.

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Inman

JULY 1, 2025

The 32,000-member Northwest Multiple Listing Service wrote in a new legal filing that Compass "cannot have it both ways" by receiving listings via the MLS while holding half of its own listings privately

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