BrokeragesAnywhere announces layoffs, wind-down of RealSureThe company disclosed in an SEC filing that it made workforce reductions Monday because of the downturn in the real estate market.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 10, 2023
IndustrySP 200: A new leader rises to the topThe Swanepoel Power 200, the definitive ranking of the most powerful leaders in residential real estate, names a new No. 1 for 2023.Dave GallagherJanuary 10, 2023
BrokeragesA leader of leaders: How Gino Blefari inspires the executives at HSoAGet an insider’s look at what it’s like to work for the CEO of HomeServices of America — and why he’s the most influential leader in real estate.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 10, 2023
By the NumbersConsumer confidence in homebuying moves up slightlyFannie Mae’s Home Purchase Sentiment Index edged higher with more consumers saying it is a good time to buy a house.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 9, 2023
IndustryTrends 2023: How investors are changing the single-family landscapeThere are nearly 15 million single-family rental households in the U.S., and investors have been capturing an increasing share of that massive market.T3 SixtyJanuary 9, 2023
IndustryO, Canada, just banned foreign home buyersA new prohibition, enacted Jan. 1, keeps most international buyers — including Americans — from purchasing Canadian homes. But there are exceptions.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 8, 2023
AgentsSurvey: Tech adaptations key to success during Covid and beyondA new report by the National Association of Realtors looked at which work habits and technology adopted during the pandemic are here to stay.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 7, 2023
By the NumbersYes, your buyer can bid on that $1M homeFor the first time ever, the baseline conforming loan limit topped $1 million in high-cost areas, giving buyers more purchase options.Dave GallagherJanuary 6, 2023
By the NumbersConcessions are back: Sellers willing to negotiate, lower pricesAs a sign of shifting market dynamics, Redfin reported a record number of seller concessions in the fourth quarter.Dave GallagherJanuary 6, 2023
BrokeragesCompass hit with another round of layoffsThe New York-based brokerage disclosed its third round of job reductions in eight months.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 5, 2023
By the Numbers30-year mortgage rate inches upward as housing market remains sluggishThe rate now sits at 6.48%, up from 6.42% the week before. A year ago, the average rate was 3.22%.Dave GallagherJanuary 5, 2023
By the NumbersEast vs. West: Where sellers, buyers have the advantage in 2023A new market forecast predicts the top 5 buyers markets this year will be west of the Mississippi, while the top 5 sellers markets will be in the east.Dave GallagherJanuary 5, 2023
BrokeragesSide taps former Zillow executive as presidentStephen Capezza, who oversaw the Premier Agent program at Zillow, will focus on growth as president at Side.Dave GallagherJanuary 4, 2023
Agents‘Keep expectations in line’: How to talk to clients in today’s marketSellers may still hope to get multiple offers with minimal effort, but that’s not the reality in 2023. Pricing, prep are key to a faster sale.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 4, 2023
By the NumbersFlorida, Texas or bust: Top mover destinationsIn its growth index report, U-Haul found more one-way truck customers moved to Southern and Southeastern states in 2022.Dave GallagherJanuary 4, 2023
By the NumbersThese were the hottest (and coldest markets) in 2022Cities in the Midwest and South topped Realtor.com's list of markets with the biggest gains in price per square foot.Dave GallagherJanuary 4, 2023
BrokerageseXp’s Glenn Sanford assumes new leadership roleGlenn Sanford, founder and CEO of eXp World Holdings, will step in as CEO at eXp Realty, the cloud-based brokerage.Linda F. HerseyJanuary 3, 2023
Industry6 leaders weigh in on this 'reset moment' in real estateThis fall, amid rising rates and layoffs, we talked with top leaders from KW, Zillow and more to get their take on this moment — and the future of real estate.Real Estate News StaffJanuary 3, 2023
IndustryTrends 2023: A closer look at Opendoor and the marketplace it's creatingOpendoor co-founder and former CEO Eric Wu is now running its marketplace business, including Opendoor Exclusives. Will it be a winner?T3 SixtyJanuary 2, 2023
TechProptech startup sets its sights on MLS innovation, integrationOcusell developed a single-entry platform for agents to more easily connect with MLSs. Now, they seek MLSs to connect with their idea. Linda F. HerseyJanuary 2, 2023