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Rental investment app Doorvest acquires competitor Getaway

Sep 10, 2024

Both companies help investors find, lease-up and simplify the acquisition of rental property. There are differences in each company’s approach, but its focus on financing attracted Doorvest to Getaway.

Corcoran debuts first franchise in Raleigh, North Carolina

Sep 10, 2024

Led and owned by Frank DeRonja, Corcoran DeRonja Real Estate brings 36 agents and several professional staff to the Corcoran brand.

Redfin Next expanding nationwide by the end of October

Sep 9, 2024

Seattle-based brokerage Redfin is taking its commission-based payment model, Redfin Next, nationwide on Oct. 27. Redfin Next enables agents to keep their W-2 status and benefits while earning competitive commission splits.

Michael Jordan’s $14.8M mansion still unsold after 12 years on market

Sep 9, 2024

The NBA superstar’s Highland Park estate at 2700 Point Drive was first listed for $29 million in 2012. By 2014, the price had dropped to $16 million, and it is now on the market for $14.8 million.

More Americans think mortgage rates and home prices will drop

Sep 9, 2024

Fannie Mae's National Housing Survey shows there's greater optimism about the future, but fewer than 1 in 5 consumers thought August was a good time to buy a home.

It can happen to you: Get real about personal risk and crime potential

Sep 9, 2024

Worrying won't keep you safe, security expert Robert Siciliano writes. However, clear-eyed assessment of potential risk factors and common-sense precautions just might.

Fathom shares bounce back on prospects for agent growth

Sep 9, 2024

Since hitting a June 21 low of $1.33, shares in the flat-fee real estate brokerage are up 125 percent as the company continues to add agents and pursue plans to expand operations to all 50 states and Canada.

Do you feel secure? Here’s how to safeguard your mind, body, soul

Sep 9, 2024

Are we working to live or living to work? Rachael Hite says you have to safeguard your mind, body and spirit to build a professional legacy that lasts.

It’s Realtor Safety Month. Here’s how to protect yourself and clients

Sep 9, 2024

Find out how to lead with safety in every transaction and protect buyers, sellers, FSBOs and yourself from crime with security specialist Tracey Hawkins.

Tim Heyl on Homeward’s power buyer pivot in a high-rate cycle

Sep 9, 2024

The power buyer CEO also weighs in on whether traditional iBuyers will ever see their Goldilocks moment and turn a regular profit.

Agents say business as usual since Aug. 17 — but signs of strain ahead

Sep 9, 2024

While most reported normal activity in the weeks after the commission rules took effect, some saw an uptick in listing clients refusing to pay buyers' fees, new Inman Intel Index results show.

The code of the west: Why ranchers excel as real estate pros

Sep 9, 2024

Ranchers turned real estate advisors offer unmatched expertise in land and ranch sales, expertly navigating complex transactions with deep knowledge of regulations, natural resources and property nuances.