Published September 19, 2024
Buying a home can be a daunting process, particularly for those with less-than-ideal credit. While traditional lending systems tend to favor buyers with strong ...
Published September 19, 2024
In the real estate industry, the roles of professionals such as realtors and appraisers can sometimes blur in the eyes of the general public. While both are int...
Published September 16, 2024
In July 2024, significant changes to the way real estate commissions are paid took effect, altering the multi-decade tradition of sellers bearing the responsibi...
Published June 5, 2024
Homebuyers willing to face today’s high mortgage rates might find solace in the increasing number of homes available on the market.
According to the late...
Published May 9, 2024
Despite facing the highest mortgage rates seen in two decades, the U.S. housing market exhibits robust price growth across the overwhelming majority of metropol...
Published May 6, 2024
As the global economy navigates a precarious juncture, marked by the possibility of stagflation—a malignant blend of stagnant economic growth and persiste...
Published November 27, 2023
If you have been tasked with finding a competent and skilled real estate agent, choosing an agent based on their actual performance is the best way to ensure yo...
Published November 6, 2023
When and How to Cancel Your Listing Agreement: A Seller's Guide
Entering into a listing agreement with a real estate agent is a significant step that requires ...
Published October 31, 2023
In a landmark ruling out of Kansas City, the National Association of Realtors, HomeServices of America, and Keller Williams have been held accountable for colla...
Published October 31, 2023
Selling Your House Without a Realtor
In today's digital age, homeowners have more tools and resources at their disposal than ever before. This has led many to ...
Published October 31, 2023
The 2% Commission Pitch
A variety of web-based platforms offer a 2% real estate commission, including Redfin, IdealAgent, Clever Real Estate and others. What's...
Published October 31, 2023
Navigating the Tax Maze: Selling Your Second Home
Meet John and Lisa Thompson, a delightful retired couple who've spent countless summers in their cozy beachfr...
Published October 31, 2023
The Impact of Pricing and the Dangers of Overpricing
Pricing is the cornerstone of a successful home sale. An overpriced home can deter potential buyers from e...
Published October 17, 2023
The real estate industry is abuzz as the Sitzer/Burnett class action commission lawsuit, long in the making, finally enters the courtroom. This landmark case ha...
Published July 10, 2023
The clock is ticking. Every day that your home sits on the market, its appeal might slightly wane, and the initial buzz surrounding a fresh listing gradually fa...
Published June 13, 2023
In today's real estate, there's no such thing as too much help. It's a market where prices fluctuate, trends evolve, and the competition gets fiercer by the day...
Published June 4, 2023
With the ink barely dry on the debt ceiling deal signed by President Joe Biden, Wall Street braces for impact. The imminent deluge of new US Treasury bonds, pri...
Published June 4, 2023
In the grand theater of the American housing market, high mortgage rates have set a new stage, while a scarcity of home listings has drawn the curtains on many ...
Published June 1, 2023
Against a backdrop of volatile economic figures and indices, mortgage rates in the United States have pirouetted to a crescendo, reaching the loftiest levels se...
Published June 1, 2023
It has become increasingly challenging for prospective homebuyers to find available properties, particularly in major cities, as the housing industry grapples w...
Published June 1, 2023
What Happens if You Inherit a House With a Mortgage?
In today's real estate landscape, one of the first steps many individuals take when inheriting their paren...
Published May 22, 2023
If you're considering selling your house, now may be the perfect time to make a move. The current housing market is experiencing a shortage of available homes f...
Published May 22, 2023
The EffectiveAgents® team took a hard look at average Realtor® commission rates so far in 2023 to determine how much the average real estate agent recei...
Published May 19, 2023
Buying or selling a home can be a complex process filled with legalities and potential pitfalls. While a real estate agent is often the go-to professional for n...
Published May 19, 2023
Selling a home is a significant financial transaction, and it's natural to want to get the best possible price for your property. While you may consider selling...
Published May 19, 2023
Amidst recent economic uncertainty, concerns about the stability of the housing market have been on the rise. The lingering effects of the pandemic have fueled ...
Published May 19, 2023
The reverberations of the great pandemic mortgage refinance boom are still being felt across the housing market, making it increasingly challenging for prospect...
Published May 19, 2023
In recent months, the pace of rent growth has significantly slowed, bringing potential benefits to both the economy and future homebuyers. This trend, where ren...
Published May 19, 2023
Selling your home is a significant undertaking, filled with both excitement and apprehension. As you navigate the complex world of real estate, one crucial deci...
Published May 18, 2023
Selling your home can feel like launching your own small business - it's time-consuming, emotionally challenging, and filled with complex tasks. But there's a s...
Published May 18, 2023
Housing affordability is no longer a quiet local matter, as it increasingly becomes a hot topic for national political debate. This issue is reshaping the polit...
Published May 17, 2023
Recently, navigating the complexities of the current real estate market is akin to riding a rollercoaster. One moment you're ascending, the next you're plunging...
Published May 17, 2023
The U.S. housing market, a subject of fascination and speculation for many, has recently seen a significant shift in public sentiment. Only 21% of U.S. adults c...
Published May 17, 2023
In periods of economic turbulence, investment decisions are invariably fraught with uncertainty. As consumer spending contracts, companies' profitability wanes,...
Published May 16, 2023
As the undercurrents of unease ripple through the real estate market, there is a growing sense of a looming crisis. The financial sector has been hit by a wave ...
Published May 15, 2023
In a striking echo of 1982, the current economic landscape might be signaling a similar trajectory. More than four decades ago, the U.S. Treasury sold new 30-ye...
Published May 15, 2023
The year 2023 marked a significant downturn for the world's luxury property markets, with the first negative turn since the global financial crisis of 2009. Thi...
Published May 15, 2023
In the present era, a remarkable $53 trillion is shifting hands as baby boomers pass down their wealth to their descendants, marking one of the most significant...
Published May 15, 2023
The dream of homeownership is becoming increasingly elusive for the average American, even those earning a six-figure income. The spring 2023 housing market is ...
Published May 15, 2023
The golden era of buying and flipping homes for swift profits appears to be receding. As per recent reports, sky-high property prices and elevated mortgage rate...
Published May 15, 2023
2023 has begun on an unsettling note as consumer debt in the United States marked a new record high, exceeding the staggering $17 trillion threshold in the firs...
Published May 13, 2023
The U.S. government’s fiscal health is under scrutiny as lawmakers continue to debate the debt ceiling. Democrats advocate raising the ceiling uncondition...
Published May 13, 2023
As the calendar turned to 2023, the overall sentiment surrounding the U.S. housing market leaned towards a bearish outlook. Most forecasters anticipated a dip i...
Published May 13, 2023
As the calendar flipped to a late spring day, an enticing three-bedroom, 1924 bungalow nestled in Minneapolis stirred quite a commotion in the housing market. L...
Published May 13, 2023
The American housing market has witnessed a perplexing surge, turning the dream of home ownership and affordable rentals into an elusive aspiration for many. Th...
Published May 9, 2023
In recent weeks, there has been a surge in real estate fraud cases involving criminals impersonating property owners to engage with real estate agents and attem...
Published May 9, 2023
The direction of the housing market in 2023 remains uncertain, as mortgage rates increased 15 basis points in April, and pending and existing home sales slumped...
Published May 9, 2023
As the housing market cools and interest rates continue to rise, defaults on a niche mortgage bond primarily used to fund apartment building purchases are incre...
Published May 9, 2023
The recent legislative session in Florida has seen a number of real estate-related bills passed, which now await the governor's signature. Meanwhile, some propo...
Published May 9, 2023
As the commercial real estate sector faces a potential downturn, its troubles could pose a significant risk to the U.S. financial system. This concern is highli...
Published May 9, 2023
A move-up buyer is a homeowner who decides to sell their current home and purchase a new one that is typically larger, more expensive, or better suited to their...
Published May 5, 2023
The housing market is an enigma, with unique characteristics that set it apart from other markets. It can be described as a heterogeneous, thinly traded, illiqu...
Published May 5, 2023
The Pandemic Housing Boom brought a wave of institutional investors, such as Blackstone and iBuyer giants like Opendoor Technologies, into the real estate marke...
Published May 5, 2023
As rising interest rates and low inventory continue to slow down real estate sales volume, remodeling and renovation activities remain strong. For homeowners wi...
Published May 5, 2023
Mortgage rates fluctuating, banks collapsing, and homebuyers and sellers sitting on the sidelines have all contributed to a challenging housing market landscape...
Published May 5, 2023
What Are Admin Fees in Real Estate? | Can Real Estate Agents Charge Admin Fees?
In a typical home sale, there are numerous parties involved, each benefiting fi...
Published May 5, 2023
The real estate agent commission rate has shown remarkable resilience over the years, even in the face of evolving market forces, technological advances and leg...
Published May 5, 2023
In Florida, a real estate investor recently faced a challenging situation with squatters occupying his vacant property. This experience led him to discover a li...
Published May 4, 2023
The US housing market is grappling with a critical issue - a shortage of homes available for purchase. A recent report attributes this challenge to the increasi...
Published May 1, 2023
The Federal Reserve is expected to approve a quarter-percentage-point interest rate increase this week, marking the 10th time it has raised its benchmark intere...
Published May 1, 2023
As one of the fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the United States, Charlotte, NC has experienced a significant boom in its housing market, making it a hot t...
