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Nearly a fourth of first-time homebuyers are delaying their plans due to election anxiety, according to Redfin's latest market analysis published on Tuesday. The Seattle-based portal teamed with market research company Ipsos to survey 1,802 homeowners and renters on their sentiments about the real estate market. Of the 491 respondents who said they plan to purchase their first home within the next 12 months, 23 percent said they're pausing their plans until after Election Day.

Daniel Blatman also previously worked at Douglas Elliman and Triplemint. He joins Compass during a period of intense competition for top-producing agents.

U.S. Real Estate Sector Report  Seeking Alpha

Fall is the season where green turns to orange—including the number of home sales, with an expected seasonal leveling off that held true once more in 2024.  RE/MAX published its latest monthly housing survey, looking across 52 U.S. metro areas to track fickle market trends such as inventory supply. While the number of homes for…

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Strong leadership is critical where uncertainty and disruption have become the norm. The recent NAR lawsuit and broader industry challenges have placed new pressures on brokers and agents, making clear direction, transparency and trust the foundations of effective leadership. Leading through change requires a commitment to upholding values and a deep sense of empathy. Real…

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After facing a series of lawsuits this summer from women alleging rape, the Alexander brothers are now contending with a new legal action against them from Side, which had backed their luxury firm.

Le Shop Brings Europe To The Homes of Southampton  Hamptons | Modern Luxury

From left, Dave Liniger and John Featherston. Photo by AJ Canaria. During times of disruption and uncertainty, the best thing you can do is talk to someone who’s been there. Someone who’s lived through daunting challenges before, and not just survived, but come out the other side stronger. In the residential real estate ecosystem, no…

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While the housing market has been seeing many positive shifts as of late—pointing to a potentially larger boom in activity to come—renting remains a strongly popular option in the housing market. Rental markets across the country, however, are starting to see many shifts in line with purchase markets.  A new report from RentCafe takes a…

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By adopting AI thoughtfully and strategically, Verl Workman writes, companies can enhance efficiency, productivity and innovation.

The typical Hispanic-owned home is now valued 11.9 percent below that of a non-Hispanic white-owned home, the smallest property value gap on record, according to a Zillow analysis released Monday.

Clear Cooperation is an essential rule from the National Association of REALTORSⓇ that is under fire by some brokerage leaders who are trying to dismantle it. At its core, this rule ensures that when a REALTORⓇ lists a property and markets it in any way, it must be shared with all other brokers on the…

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Oxford Street pedestrianisation could pave the way to brighter days ahead for West End offices  Evening Standard

Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. Halloween presents a fantastic opportunity to inject fun and creativity in your real estate marketing efforts. Whether through spooky virtual tours, in-person Halloween-themed open houses or trick-or-treat events…

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News | SCPI Sofidy Europe Invest signs at 6.71% in the Netherlands  CoStar Group

The U.S. already has millions of climate refugees. Helene and Milton could make it worse.  USA TODAY

Mortgage tech provider Floify's partnership allows lenders to perform Freddie Mac- and Fannie Mae-compliant verifications without leaving the Floify platform, executives announced Thursday.

Eric Zollinger has newly been named head of sales and Marcelo Lavanhini chief financial officer, RLTYco has informed Inman. The hires were made as RLTYco preps to expand its services into major luxury markets across the country.

U.S. Office Real Estate: Debt Capital Opportunities  Hines

SCOR launches new sustainable real estate debt fund in Europe  Intelligent Insurer