Teen charged in taxi carjacking that preceded police shooting  The London Free Press

The acquisition continued the sale-leaseback company's quest to provide ways for homeowners to tap their equity without losing their homes.

Seoul Takes 'Center Stage' in the Art World  The New York Times

The lightweight, AI-backed CRM Cloze will now connect directly with RealScout, a relationship-first lead cultivation and marketing solution, recognized for its flexibility and value as a contact engagement catalyst.

Suzanne Bouhia will shape NAR's communication strategy as the organization deals with lawsuits, scandal and a harrowing year in real estate.

Woodruff Sawyer's P&C Looking Ahead Guide: Experts Predict ...  PR Newswire

Falling home prices and mortgage rates are on tap for buyers and sellers — not to mention a presidential election that could hinge on housing issues, according to Redfin's outlook for 2024.

David Dalfino, an owner of a Pillar To Post Home Inspectors® network member in Michigan, has been named the 2023 Strategic Partner of the Year for the Greater Metropolitan Association of REALTORS® the largest, local REALTOR® association in Michigan with more than 11,500 members, the company has announced. “Dave Dalfino’s recognition as the 2023 Strategic…

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US job openings hit more than 2-1/2-year low as labor market cools  Reuters

Mansion Global Daily: Prices for Newly Built Spanish Homes Are ...  Mansion Global

U.S. Services Activity Climbed Again in November  Barron's

Bosnia and Herzegovina National Indicted for Aiding in Escape of ...  Department of Justice

Freddie Mac has announced new, standardized mortgage documents that increase clarity, consistency and accessibility of down payment assistance (DPA) programs nationwide. These documents can be used by lenders working with housing finance agencies (HFAs) at the state, city, county and local levels to eliminate confusion and misinterpretation of DPA programs.Currently, these forms vary greatly. “Saving…

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Better is the first lender to take advantage of the opportunity to generate prequalification letters for homebuyers through integration with Lone Wolf's transaction management solution, Transactions.

NAR PULSE—Send your agents to the REALTOR® Store to stock up on business-boosting resources that will help them close deals. From now until Dec. 18, select products are 20% off. Happy shopping!  Rally behind RRF and help communities when they need it most The REALTORS® Relief Foundation’s goal is to be in a state of…

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How a Sydney real estate guru created a $200m foodie mecca  The Australian Financial Review

REALTORS® are an essential piece of the housing market ecosystem. However, especially in the world post Burnett vs. NAR, many home sellers don’t realize the necessity of an agent when it comes to navigating the market.  For sellers that choose to make their own way in the market, it doesn’t often work in their favor.…

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REALTORS® are an essential piece of the housing market ecosystem. However, especially in the world post Burnett vs. NAR, many home sellers don’t realize the necessity of an agent when it comes to navigating the market.  For sellers that choose to make their own way in the market, it doesn’t often work in their favor.…

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Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner offers his 2024 forecast for interest rates, home values and the potential for a housing market recovery.

Suzanne Bouhia has been appointed Chief Marketing and Communications Officer of the National Association of REALTORS®, effective Dec. 11.  NAR stated that Bouhia will be leading the Marketing and Communications Group to set its vision, strategy and long-term management approach for communications, branding and marketing. In this role, she joins NAR’s senior vice president team…

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