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AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
Real estate isn’t just a financial decision—it’s a psychological one. Only a human being can navigate both. Continue Reading AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
Real estate isn’t just a financial decision—it’s a psychological one. Only a human being can navigate both. Continue Reading AI + Real Estate: The Inflection Point of 2025 — And Why Leadership Matters More Than Technology
Nationwide Median Price Up Slightly During October
October’s nationwide median sale price of $385,000 was up by $5,000 or 1.3% from one year earlier, according to data from Homes.com, a division of CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP). Month-over-month, the price inched up by a mild 0.4%. The peak recorded price was $395,000...
Washington Commanders Select Architect for New Stadium
The Washington Commanders selected the Dallas-based firm HKS as the lead architect for the team's new stadium. HKS is among the most prominent architecture firms for designing sports and entertainment destinations. The firm's NFL venues include SoFi Stadium in...
Redfin Debuts AI-Fueled Conversational Home Search Tool
Redfin has introduced an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that enables users to engage in a back-and-forth conversation with its platform on home searching. According to the company, users can describe what they want in their own words while following up on specific...
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Treasury Secretary Bessent Blames Fed for ‘Housing Recession’
“If the Fed brings down mortgage rates, they can end this housing recession,” said Bessent. Continue Reading Treasury Secretary Bessent Blames Fed for ‘Housing Recession’
Lowe’s, Home Depot Announce Donations to Jamaican Hurricane Recovery Efforts
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Jamaica,” said Marvin Ellison, Lowe’s chairman and CEO. Continue Reading Lowe’s, Home Depot Announce Donations to Jamaican Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Bilt Adds Venmo for Housing Payment Options
Bilt will add Venmo to its existing payment options of ACH, debit, and any linked credit card. Continue Reading Bilt Adds Venmo for Housing Payment Options
South Korea Creates Task Force to Address Real Estate Fraud
The government cited “artificially inflating home prices, false transaction reports, and fraudulent subscriptions” as the main concerns that sparked the task force’s creation. Continue Reading South Korea Creates Task Force to Address Real Estate Fraud
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Florida Home Sales and Prices Down for July
The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes in July was $410,000, down 1.7% compared to one year before. Continue Reading Florida Home Sales and Prices Down for July
Pennsylvania Housing Inventory Hits 3-Year High
The median home price rose 6.5% year-over-year to $320,000 in July. Continue Reading Pennsylvania Housing Inventory Hits 3-Year High
Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.58% as of Aug. 21. Continue Reading Mortgage Rates Remain Flat
Ben Sizemore Named Chief Information Officer at Land Gorilla
Sizemore previously served as chief technology officer at Bayview Loans and Lakeview Loan Servicing. Continue Reading Ben Sizemore Named Chief Information Officer at Land Gorilla
Appeals Court Voids $524 Million Penalty in Trump Fraud Case
The president declared “total victory.” Continue Reading Appeals Court Voids $524 Million Penalty in Trump Fraud Case
How Sweet It Is! Jackie Gleason’s UFO-Inspired Home Listed for $5.5 Million
Completed in 1959 and nicknamed “The Mothership,” the 7,000-square-foot roundhouse design took five years to construct with a no-expense-spared budget. Continue Reading How Sweet It Is! Jackie Gleason’s UFO-Inspired Home Listed for $5.5 Million
Existing Home Sales Up 2%
The $422,400 median existing-home price for all housing types last month was up by 0.2% from the $421,400 price set one year ago, Continue Reading Existing Home Sales Up 2%
15% of Home Purchase Agreements Fell Through in July
San Antonio led the nation with 730 aborted home-purchase agreements in July, equal to 22.7% of homes that went under contract last month. Continue Reading 15% of Home Purchase Agreements Fell Through in July
Zombie Properties on the Rise
“Vacant and zombie homes can hurt the value of surrounding properties and start a negative spiral in a local housing market,” said Rob Barber, CEO of ATTOM. Continue Reading Zombie Properties on the Rise
Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Down in Q2
Approximately 12,000 SFBFRs were started, down from 25,000 starts in the second quarter of 2024. Continue Reading Single-Family Built-for-Rent Construction Down in Q2
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