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New build-to-rent homes hit a new high in 2023

Apr 18, 2024

A total of 27,500 build-to-rent houses in the United States were completed in 2023, according to a new report from RentCafe.

Existing-home sales drop in March as high rates stun homebuyers

Apr 18, 2024

Existing-home sales retreated 4.3 percent between February and March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million, according to data released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors.

Weeklong BoomTown outage was caused by hackers, CEO confirms

Apr 18, 2024

On Wednesday, executives told customers that a "security incident involving a malicious third party" caused the outage that has disrupted thousands of brokers and agents since last week.

Nimble powers up prospecting with PhoneBurner

Apr 18, 2024

Nimble, a CRM company, has integrated the features of phone call automation company PhoneBurner to enhance how users stay in touch with clients.

2 buyers scramble to make a deal as the spring market sprints ahead

Apr 18, 2024

One Connecticut homebuyer is preparing for marriage. Another in Virginia is healing from a divorce. Both tell Inman the struggle to find a home this spring is real — and the clock is ticking.

Still standing: Realtor resilience for challenging times

Apr 18, 2024

Need a pep talk? Coach Darryl Davis offers a little wisdom to help you remember your value and navigate the difficult waters of client service.

Teams Spotlight: Andrew Warburton, The Warburton Team

Apr 18, 2024

Find out how team leader Andrew Warburton and The Warburton Team promote the ideal of homeownership for everyone.

Ex-HGTV star convicted of fraud sentenced to 4 years in prison

Apr 17, 2024

Charles "Todd" Hill, 58, starred on "Flip It to Win It" in 2013. He has been ordered to pay $9.4 million in restitution for committing real estate fraud.

Industry gets some clarity on mortgage commission rules

Apr 17, 2024

Fannie, Freddie and FHA say sellers can continue to pay the buyer's agent's commission. But it remains to be seen if buyers will be allowed to finance their agent's commission into their mortgage.

Homebuyers rush to lock as mortgage rates hit new 2024 highs

Apr 17, 2024

Rates for conforming loans pushed through 7 percent last week and continue to rise, as latest inflation data dims prospects that Fed will ease in June.

Coastal cities lead as single-family rent growth soars to 10-month high

Apr 17, 2024

Rental price growth for single-family apartments surged 3.4 percent in February, with Boston, Seattle and New York City rising fastest among U.S. cities, according to CoreLogic data released Tuesday.

Reliance helps South Dakota’s oldest brokerage embrace the new

Apr 17, 2024

Real estate software and marketing services firm Reliance built a new website for Hegg Realtors, South Dakota’s most tenured brokerage.