Inman
MARCH 10, 2025
Rocket Companies announced Monday its plans to acquire Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. This acquisition will integrate Redfin's home search platform, which features over 1 million listings and a network of 2,200 agents, with Rocket Companies' mortgage origination and servicing capabilities.
Real Estate News
MARCH 12, 2025
The nationwide inventory shortage 3.8 million homes is reaching a point of no return in some parts of the country though new construction is increasing.
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Lighter Side of Real Estate
MARCH 11, 2025
As spring rolls around, so does tax season. Some people look forward to filing their returns and anticipating a nice refund check. Others cringe, dreading the amount they may owe. Either way, many procrastinate, pushing it off until the last possible minute before scrambling to get everything in order by the April 15th deadline. On a related note, spring is also one of the busiest times of the year for the real estate market.
Housing Wire
MARCH 12, 2025
Mortgage applications increased 11.2% on a seasonally adjusted basis from last week, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Associations (MBA) weekly mortgage applications survey for the week ending March 7, 2025. On an unadjusted basis, the index increased 12% compared to last week. The refinance index saw a 16% uptick from the previous week and was 90% higher than the same week one year ago, largely driven by a dip in the 30-year fixed rate observed by the MBA.
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Inman
MARCH 14, 2025
Keeping sellers in the loop isnt just about providing updates, coach Darryl Davis writes. Its about reinforcing confidence and, more importantly, earning their trust.
Real Estate News
MARCH 13, 2025
The brokerage giant "is in advanced talks" to buy HomeServices of America, the real estate arm of Warren Buffet's empire, the Wall Street Journal reports.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 10, 2025
Today, Rocket Companies announced it has entered into an agreement to purchase digital real estate brokerage Redfin in an all-stock transaction valued at $1.75 billion in equity. The deal, which has been approved by the boards of directors of both Rocket Companies and Redfin, is expected to close in the second or third quarter of 2025. Rocket’s press release stated that Redfin CEO Glenn Kelman will continue to lead the Redfin business, reporting to Rocket Companies CEO Varun Krishna.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2025
The value of America's nearly 100 million homes hit $49.7 trillion at the end of 2024, as the combined net worth of the wealthiest 1 percent of Americans hit a record $49.2 trillion, according to a Redfin analysis.
Real Estate News
MARCH 13, 2025
Gino Blefari denied a Wall Street Journal report of acquisition talks with Compass, saying there are no discussions, negotiations or agreements taking place.
BAM Media
MARCH 12, 2025
Today, Real Brokerage announced that Sharran Srivatsaa will be stepping down from his role as President and transitioning to a new role with the company. In an email to Real agents , Srivatsaa explained his next move: As I step back from my day-to-day operating role at Real, I am stepping into a very important role for the future of the company where I will be a member of Reals Board of Directors.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 13, 2025
Compass is in advanced talks to acquire HomeServices of America , the real estate wing of Warren Buffett-owned conglomerate Berkshire Hathaway. The news was reported Thursday afternoon by The Wall Street Journal. The outlet cited unnamed sources and said that a deal could come together soon, if talks dont hit any last-minute snags. The deal involves two of the nations top-four brokerages by sales volume in 2024, according to data from RealTrends Verified.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2025
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Real Estate News
MARCH 10, 2025
The nations largest mortgage lender called Redfin a "data powerhouse" and said the union of the two companies will improve the homebuying experience.
Brownstoner
MARCH 14, 2025
A deeply affordable, fully subsidized apartment building has opened on a former Woodhull Hospital parking lot in Bed Stuy offering housing for low-income seniors and others as well as patients of the NYC Health + Hospitals system who are experiencing homelessness. It is the second of a two-building complex to… Read More > The post Supportive Apartments for Homeless Discharged From ER Open at Woodhull appeared first on Brownstoner.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 10, 2025
Monday’s breaking news that Rocket Companies is set to acquire online real estate brokerage Redfin shed light on the changing landscape of the homebuying marketplace. In an exclusive interview with HousingWire , Rocket CEO Varun Krishna said that having a hand in the entire real estate funnel gives Rocket’s broker network “a bigger piece of the pie.” “We think about it more like opportunity. … So when you look at Rocket’s strength in mortgage with Redfin
Inman
MARCH 10, 2025
Private equity firm Stone Point Capital is seeking to grow Keller Williams and ultimately cash out, analysts told Inman. That expansion could come from new tech, an IPO, or something else entirely.
Real Estate News
MARCH 14, 2025
New construction is influencing affordability in many areas, with the South seeing the biggest benefits.
Keeping Current Matters
MARCH 11, 2025
If you’ve been holding off on buying a home because of high mortgage rates, you might want to take another look at the market.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 12, 2025
Reverse mortgage leader Finance of America (FOA) recorded a quarter-over-quarter loss in the fourth quarter of 2024, but still notched a full-year profit. In a Wednesday earnings call, company leaders outlined their assessment of the reverse mortgage market moving forward, describing 2024 as a year of momentum for the company owing to the achievement of strategic objectives.
Inman
MARCH 12, 2025
Thoughtfully designed common spaces in multifamily communities, Michael Zaransky writes, strengthen resident engagement, deepen the sense of belonging and, ultimately, enhance retention.
Brownstoner
MARCH 13, 2025
Got a project to propose forThe Insider?Contact Cara at caramia447 [at] gmail [dot] com A reimagined home for a family of five began when an opportunity presented itself to buy a sizable one-bedroom unit adjacent to the loft they'd been living in. The ensuing reno entailed upgrading their original corner space… Read More > The post The Insider: Architect Melds Two Units to Create Expansive Loft for Dumbo Family appeared first on Brownstoner.
Calculated Risk Real Estate
MARCH 14, 2025
This entire housing cycle I’ve argued that we would NOT see a surge in foreclosures that would significantly impact house prices (as happened following the housing bubble) for two key reasons: 1) mortgage lending has been solid, and 2) most homeowners have substantial equity in their homes. Yesterday, CoreLogic reported on homeowner equity: CoreLogic: Borrowers Gained Over $280B in Home Equity in 2024 CoreLogic® … today released the Homeowner Equity Report (HER) for the fourth q
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Housing Wire
MARCH 8, 2025
Mortgage rates are declining, and recent purchase application data shows a promising 9% week-to-week increase and a 2% rise compared to the previous year. Does this indicate that the housing market is beginning to wake up just in time for spring? While I wouldn’t say we’re experiencing a full revival just yet, the latest data suggests a stabilization.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2025
Lenz appeared with other panelists Tuesday at Inman on Tour Nashville to tout the benefits of working from referrals. But the panelists all agreed that referrals only work when done right.
HomeLight
MARCH 13, 2025
If you need to sell your home right away and prefer incredible speed and convenience over higher proceeds, a house-buying company can be a solution. You could get started by contacting separate We buy houses businesses, or you can use a cash-buyer marketplace platform like Clever Offers. In this post, we provide an easy-scan overview of this cash-for-homes service and how it works.
Keeping Current Matters
MARCH 10, 2025
At one point or another, you’ve probably heard someone say, “Yesterday was the best time to buy a home, but the next best time is today.
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Housing Wire
MARCH 14, 2025
With the National Association of Realtors ( NAR ) reportedly set to vote on the future of its Clear Cooperation Policy (CCP) in the not-too-distant future, the leader of Coldwell Banker Realty is not holding back her feelings about the controversial rule. In an op-ed published Wednesday by Newsweek, Coldwell Banker president and CEO Kamini Lane let loose about the potential repeal of CCP, which requires brokers to list a property on the MLS within 24 hours of publicly marketing it.
Inman
MARCH 11, 2025
EXp hired Movoto to install its Lever by Movoto enterprise product to help agents handle leads, transactions and other business-critical needs.
HomeLight
MARCH 13, 2025
As the proud owner of waterfront property, make no mistake: youre the envy of Americans everywhere. Water-adjacent locations are often considered prime real estate, attracting attention due to their beauty and limited availability. This desirability often helps sell a house quickly, as many buyers are eager to secure a property in these sought-after areas.
Keeping Current Matters
MARCH 12, 2025
Buying your first home is exciting, but let’s be real – it can also feel overwhelming.
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