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CertifID Debuts Platform to Support Entire Closing Transaction

by Phil Hall | May 20, 2026

“We are making sure that protection is woven into every step of the closing,” said Tyler Adams, CEO of CertifID. Continue Reading CertifID Debuts Platform to Support Entire Closing Transaction

Redfin Joins Pre-Market Listings Trend with New Early Access Category

by Phil Hall | May 18, 2026

Redfin has joined the movement to pre-market listings with the launch of its Redfin Early Access, a new search category featuring homes that are only on Redfin, plus pre-market listings from Compass International Holdings’ portfolio of brands. The Seattle-based...

New Data Reports Point to Slowing in Home Price Acceleration

by Phil Hall | May 26, 2026

The Federal Housing Finance Agency reported its seasonally adjusted House Price Index recorded a scant 0.1% uptick from February to March. Continue Reading New Data Reports Point to Slowing in Home Price Acceleration

Illinois Home Sales Down Slightly Year-Over-Year

by Phil Hall | May 26, 2026

The monthly median price of $326,000 was 5.2% higher than the $310,000 price from one year before. Continue Reading Illinois Home Sales Down Slightly Year-Over-Year

Wells Fargo to Provide Financing for Icon’s 3D Printed Homes

by Phil Hall | May 26, 2026

Wells Fargo’s support could provide a boost for the 3D printed home market, which has traditionally struggled to obtain mortgage financing. Continue Reading Wells Fargo to Provide Financing for Icon’s 3D Printed Homes

OffersTree Debuts as Platform for Buying and Selling Vacant Land

by Phil Hall | May 26, 2026

The platform currently features land opportunities in six states – Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, New Mexico, and Texas – with additional markets to follow. Continue Reading OffersTree Debuts as Platform for Buying and Selling Vacant Land

Ground Broken on 1,200-Unit Montreal Residential Development

by Phil Hall | May 26, 2026

“This groundbreaking ceremony represents an important milestone for all the partners and collaborators involved in this ambitious project,” said Thomas Dufour, co-president of Groupe HD. Continue Reading Ground Broken on 1,200-Unit Montreal Residential Development

Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 18-22

by Phil Hall | May 22, 2026

Mortgage rates on the rise, predicting home sales in San Francisco, and the other Barbara Corcoran in the spotlight. Continue Reading Hits and Misses for the Real Estate Week of May 18-22

Powell’s Exit + Market Volatility: How the Top 1% Are Handling It

by Pavan Agarawal | May 22, 2026

As Jerome Powell’s term officially comes to an end, the housing industry immediately shifts into speculation about what comes next. Analysts began debating the future direction of interest rates, inflation, and the Federal Reserve policy, while consumers were once...