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Are mortgage rates about to break out higher again?

Housing Wire

Will mortgage rates break toward 8% again, making another 2024 data line that looks like a carbon copy of 2023? It’s not part of my 2024 forecast, but since the Federal Reserve likes playing with fire , let’s look at where we are with mortgage rates and their impact on weekly housing data. Mortgage rates and the 10-year yield The 10-year yield is the key for housing in 2024.

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3 top takeaways as the DOJ takes on commissions

Real Estate News

The newest statement from the Department of Justice focuses on one MLS settlement in a specific case but could be a blueprint for the industry as a whole.

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Buyer agents are already cutting commissions: The Download

Inman

In the post-Sitzer world we now live in, agents and brokers are already dealing with the new reality by cutting buyer commissions to the bone.

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Brokerage Beat: News from Real, Compass, The Agency, C21

Real Estate News

Real passes 15,000 agents, adds Virginia firm; SF team returns to Compass; The Agency launches in Oklahoma City; Century 21 raises $3M for Easterseals.

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Avoiding Lease Accounting Pitfalls in 2025: Lessons Learned from Spreadsheet Errors

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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WATCH: Robert Reffkin talks portals, agents, the NYC subway

Inman

In a recent appearance at Inman Connect New York, the Compass CEO discussed his company's ongoing industry dominance and came out in favor of Homes.com in the portal wars.

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Morning Glory: 4 Inviting Breakfast Areas

Sotheby's International Real Estate

Designed for daily dining and lounging, these delightful breakfast areas accompany well-outfitted kitchens and feature bright windows with enviable views and distinctive styles that make them appealing morning, noon, and night. Equestrian Oasis in Florida David Welles | Equestrian Sotheby’s International Realty This expansive Mediterranean-inspired estate in desirable Wellington occupies some six acres and includes a top-caliber equestrian center; a four-bedroom, 3,639-square-foot home; a

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As home insurance bills go up, owners’ coverage is going down

Seattle Times Real Estate

Frequent natural disasters and high inflation have led insurers to raise premiums, and forced many customers to pare back their policies.

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15 Best Places in Arizona

BubbleInfo

Here’s a list of the 15 best places in Arizona where retirees can enjoy life on a Social Security check alone. In order to do this, they took the median Social Security benefits for 2023, doubled it for couples, and then set out to find cities where the rent doesn’t take up more than half […] The post 15 Best Places in Arizona first appeared on bubbleinfo.com.

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What Is Guesty for Hosts and Is It Worth It for Vacation Rental Property Owners?

Mashvisor

Once you’ve bought a vacation rental property, you need to optimize its management in order to boost its performance and maximize your ROI.

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Can Charge Automation Help Transform Your Guests’ Experience?

Mashvisor

Read how Charge Automation uniquely enhances guest stays, turning every visit into a memorable experience.

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Driving Profit: 4 Pillars for Growing Your Real Estate Brokerage

In the rapidly changing real estate landscape, achieving profitability requires a strategic approach beyond traditional methods. Our guide, "The 4 Pillars to Brokerage Profitability," outlines four essential pillars for scaling your real estate business: a seamless lead-to-close technology ecosystem, tailored integrated solutions for teams and agents, value-added success services and community support, and consumer-centric operations throughout the full homeownership lifecycle.