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1 in 13 Potential Buyers Are ‘Dual Shopping,’ Highlighting Affordability Pressures
An average of 7.6% of potential homebuyers searching on Zillow also shop for rentals, according to Zillow’s new report on “dual shoppers,” highlighting the continued affordability challenges faced across the U.S. as buyers weigh their options. Overall, in the U.S., Zillow found that it is typically $415 cheaper to rent than own (including mortgage payments,…
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More than 1 in 3 homesellers is giving up a sub-5% rate this spring
More than a third of homesellers working with Coldwell Banker-affiliated agents hold mortgage rates below 5 percent and are still planning to list this spring, new survey data shows, an early sign the lock-in effect may be loosening.
MAVERIX and Fogline Advisors Partner to Expand M&A Capabilities Across Brokerage, PropTech and Mortgage
MAVERIX has entered into a strategic partnership with Fogline Advisors to expand advisory services across brokerage, proptech and mortgage sectors. According to a release, the collaboration is designed to provide integrated M&A and strategic advisory capabilities as those segments of the housing industry continue to converge amid consolidation pressures, margin compression and increased competition for…
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Brands by Integra enters Arizona with CITIEA partnership
Brands by Integra has acquired Phoenix brokerage CITIEA, marking the national network's first Arizona deal and the start of a planned southwest expansion. The partnership brings 72SOLD founder Greg Hague into a national listing strategy role and adds CITIEA's nearly 1,700 annual transactions and approximately $1 billion in volume to Brands by Integra's 18-state platform.
Broker Plaintiffs Appeal MLS Membership Lawsuit Dismissal
Less than a month ago, a federal judge handed the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) a major win; now that win will be reviewed by a higher court. Douglas Hardy, Glenn Champion and Dylan Tent are pressing forward with their antitrust challenge to NAR’s MLS policies, filing a Notice of Appeal just three weeks after…
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Lock-In Effect Loosening as One in Three Spring Sellers Give Up Sub-5% Rate
A new survey from Coldwell Banker Real Estate suggests the mortgage rate “lock-in effect” that has constrained housing supply for the past several years may finally be starting to ease. The company’s 2026 Home Shopping Season Report, based on a survey of more than 700 active Coldwell Banker agents conducted between March 23 and April…
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Rising property taxes stretch household budgets thin (VIDEO)
Property taxes are rising fast in 2026, shocking homeowners and straining budgets. Most still aren’t appealing their tax bills despite growing pressure.
Compass International Holdings execs: Consolidation must deliver real results
Compass International Holdings Brands and Century 21 execs say the future of consolidation hinges on unified tech platforms, stronger agent support and measurable consumer value.
Keyes and Illustrated Luxury Report: South Florida Luxury Home Sales Jump in Q1 2026
South Florida’s luxury housing market recorded a notable increase in transaction activity during the first quarter of 2026, according to a new report from The Keyes Company and Illustrated Properties. The Leading Real Estate Companies of the World-member firm’s latest Luxury Market Report found gains in both single-family and condominium sales across Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm…
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Real estate lenders playing a distinct role in data centres, says ING infra expert - Real Estate Capital Europe
Real estate lenders playing a distinct role in data centres, says ING infra expert Real Estate Capital Europe
How brokerage owners can optimize per-agent margins
Once recruiting is done, it's time for brokers to start looking at the amount of income they're making per agent, Joe Killinger writes.
NAR’s Yun has a new 2026 prediction: a slower, less certain market recovery
NAR's Lawrence Yun outlines a cautious 2026 housing market outlook, citing mortgage rate volatility, oil price shocks and shifting consumer sentiment as key forces shaping a slower, uncertain recovery.
