Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
Over the last month, home sales have definitely picked up, especially when compared to last years very low levels. Weekly pending home sales counts have been at or above the year-ago levels for four weeks in a row now. This week, there were 3.8% more weekly pending home sales than last year at this time. In total, there are now nearly 2% more homes in contract nationally than a year ago.
Real Estate News
APRIL 15, 2025
After more than 5 years in the top role, Blefari, now chairman emeritus, is handing off the reins to Chris Kelly, the company's executive vice president.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
Consumer and taxpayer advocacy organization Consumer Watchdog announced Tuesday that it is suing the California Department of Insurance and its commissioner, Ricardo Lara, over what it calls unjustified surcharges being levied on the states homeowners. These surcharges, the group said, could soon appear on the insurance bills of homeowners across the state.
RIS Media
APRIL 15, 2025
A traditional stepping stone, starter homes are becoming more and more out of reach. In the 1980s, the typical first-time homebuyer was in their late 20s, and 40% of new builds were considered entry-level homes. In 2019, only 7% of new builds were considered entry-level, and in 2024, the average first-time buyer was 38 years… The post Have Starter Homes Reached Their End?
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
More than $700 billion in home equity is effectively trapped and inaccessible to homeowners due to a variety of economic circumstances, including employment shocks and shifts in the market that negatively impact their credit scores. This information comes from an economic analysis published last week by alternative home equity investment company Point.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
FirstTeam , an independent real estate brokerage based in Southern California , has begun its national expansion by opening new offices in Idaho and Washington , with plans to establish operations in Arizona , Nevada , and Oregon. Founded in 1976, FirstTeam operates more than 46 offices with 2,200-plus sales agents. The firm is among the largest privately held U.S. brokerages and is a founding member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World. “FirstTeam’s impressive growth is fue
Keeping Current Matters
APRIL 15, 2025
Youve been working on your savings and dreaming of that moment when you finally have keys to a place thats truly yours.
Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
EquityProtect has announced new partnerships with title companies across the country in an effort to bolster protections against deed and title fraud a growing concern as real estate scams become more complex and harder to detect. The companys free title monitoring service alerts homeowners of any changes to their propertys title after a sale, allowing them to respond quickly to potential threats.
Real Estate News
APRIL 15, 2025
In 2024, 13% of active agents switched firms, according to a new report that explores why agents leave and offers tips for finding and keeping top talent.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
RealReports , a property data technology firm, has entered into a partnership with MLS Now , Ohio s largest MLS , to provide its artificial intelligence (AI)-driven real estate platform to more than 14,000 agents across Ohio and West Virginia. The collaboration gives MLS Now members access to RealReports’ data aggregation platform and its AI tool, Aiden, which is designed to answer property-specific questions and analyze housing information in real time. “RealReports is one of the ve
Real Estate News
APRIL 15, 2025
Fannie Mae economists are scaling back their price growth estimates for the year as mortgage rates hang around 7%, and some analysts believe prices could fall.
Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
An illustration of Mark Seaton, who was appointed CEO of First American Financial on Tuesday, April 15, 2025. Image created with ChatGPT4o First American Financial Corporation has cut ties with CEO Ken DeGiorgio weeks after he was arrested for allegedly choking a man on the dance floor of a cruise ship. In a statement Tuesday, the title giant said it had appointed Mark Seaton to lead the company.
RIS Media
APRIL 15, 2025
Zillows move to ban private listings has sparked intense debate across the industry. For some, its the logical next step toward protecting consumers and increasing market transparency. For others, its an audacious flex of market dominance. As the dust settles, industry leaders are grappling with the implications and weighing the benefits of widespread adoption against… The post Private Listings, Public Discussion: Industry Execs Talk Zillows New Policy appeared first on RISMedia.
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
Following national home-price growth of 5.8% in 2024, a panel of more than 100 housing experts forecasts home-price growth to average 3.4% in 2025 and 3.3% in 2026. That’s according to the Q1 2025 Fannie Mae Home Price Expectations Survey, produced in partnership with Pulsenomics, LLC , which forecasts national home-price percentage changes in each of the coming five calendar years.
RIS Media
APRIL 15, 2025
Consumer confidence has been rocky so far in 2025, with sentiment plunging again this week due to ongoing news of potential tariff and market volatility. How might these levels of confidence impact real estate purchasing behaviors, and can they be used as a measure of predictability for housing market performance? Experts say theres at least… The post A Drop in the Current: Consumer Confidences Supporting Role in Predicting Housing Trends appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
Some people seem like they were born lucky. On paper, at least, Tyler Whitman does too. He was picked to star in Bravos Million Dollar Listing, got in on the ground floor of brokerage startup Triplemint and had the boyish good looks necessary to become the media darling he is today. But Tyler Whitman wasnt born lucky. Not even close. When he first landed in New York City from Alabama, he could only find work as a waiter and handing out flyers in Times Square.
RIS Media
APRIL 15, 2025
The latest RISMedia webinarBoosting Agent Performance With the Latest Tools and Technologypanelists Jay Rooney, founder and CEO of DepositLink; Chip Murphy, vice president, Michael Saunders & Company; and Donny Samson, CEO of Samson Properties discussed how theyve adapted to new technology tools, particularly artificial intelligence. The conversation ranges from general attitudes and approaches brokers should… The post Webinar Recap: Boosting Agent Performance With the Latest Tools and
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
The U.S. Department of the Treasury ‘s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has renewed its Geographic Targeting Orders (GTOs), extending efforts to combat money laundering through anonymous real estate purchases. The renewed orders, which are effective Tuesday and run through Oct. 9, 2025, require title insurance companies to identify the true, natural owners behind shell companies involved in non-financed residential property purchases.
RIS Media
APRIL 15, 2025
Real estate technology company Lofty has announced a new, fully automated lead generation tool, Lofty Bloom. Designed to drive both hyper-local brand awareness and inbound seller leads, Lofty Bloom combines the power of direct mail campaigns with digital retargeting ads and AI-driven follow up all from one integrated application, a release noted. This advancement will… The post Lofty Introduces AI-Driven Marketing Campaign Tool Lofty Bloom appeared first on RISMedia.
Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
AI-powered platform Friday Harbor today announced the completion of a $6 million seed round. The round was led by Abstract Ventures , a San Francisco-based venture firm with $1.5 billion in assets under management. Other participants in the round were Wischoff Ventures , a venture capital firm founded by Blend alum Nichole Wischoff, and the AI2 Incubator , a technical incubator born from the Allen Institute for AI.
Redfin
APRIL 15, 2025
Lets face it: kitchen cabinets see things. Splattered spaghetti sauce, greasy fingerprints, the mysterious sticky goo you pretend not to notice, and all of it building up over time. And before you know it, your once-gorgeous cabinets are giving off serious “haunted house chic” vibes. But dont panic. Whether you’re prepping for a kitchen refresh in your home in Atlanta or just trying to avoid judgment from nosy guests in your house in Philadelphia , weve got a roadmap to get tho
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Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
After over three decades of leadership, Robert Wagnon, CEO and founder of Republic State Mortgage Co. , yesterday announced the sale of his controlling interest in Republic to Andrina Valdes, CEO of Temul Capital and Alta Home Lending. A press release from the Houston-based company confirmed that Paulina McGrath will remain as its president, chief financial officer and shareholder.
Brownstoner
APRIL 15, 2025
Looking to reduce your energy costs while helping the environment? On Tuesday, May 13, join Brownstoner and Brooklyn SolarWorks Ryan O'Hara for a free webinar on how New York City homeowners and co-op board members can make the switch to solar power. As New York City embraces green energy, co-op shareholders,… Read More > The post Register Now for Free Webinar on How NYC Property Owners Can Save With Solar appeared first on Brownstoner.
Housing Wire
APRIL 15, 2025
As the U.S. grapples with shifting trade policies and new tariffs , a closer look at state economies reveals sharp differences in how reliant they are on global commerce. According to a new report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), some states thrive on exported goods, while others lean heavily on imports, and a few stand out as both major buyers and sellers in the global market.
BAM Media
APRIL 15, 2025
Sellers are feeling bold. And driven by necessity, fewer are inclined to wait for mortgage rates to drop. According to a new survey from Realtor.com , 81% of potential home sellers believe theyll get their asking price or more this year. That optimism is rising despite mortgage rate pressures and shifting market dynamics. And its creating a real window of opportunity for real estate pros who know how to guide clients with confidence.
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