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Realtors
Facing a tough market and new rules, some real estate agents quit
by
Amy Scott
Oct 7, 2024
A slowing market and changing regulations following the NAR settlement are driving many agents out of the industry.
All about the MLS: The fascinating history of real estate listings
by
Amy Scott
Sep 18, 2024
The MLS is in the news a lot. But what is it?
In a tight housing market, Texas is seeing some relief for buyers
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
Jul 30, 2024
"I have not seen us write more than two offers before getting an acceptance, whereas before it was writing offer after offer after offer," said Houston real estate broker LaTisha Grant.
Real estate industry braces for commissions overhaul
by
Amy Scott
Jul 25, 2024
But how much will really change on August 17?
How the Realtors' legal settlement could change the buyer-agent relationship
by
Matt Levin
Mar 18, 2024
More agents might start charging buyers hourly rates or working on retainer.
The way real estate agents are paid could be changing. Here's how that could affect buyers and sellers.
by
Matt Levin
Dec 12, 2023
Agents typically split the 5% to 6% commission when a home is sold. Rates could go lower in the wake of class-action litigation.
In a tight housing market, both buyers and sellers are getting creative
by
Ali Budner
Jun 22, 2023
Realtors are encouraging their clients to get creative if they really want to make a move while interest rates remain high and inventory remains low.
For public good, not for profit.
Housing price trends are split down the middle of the country
by
Amy Scott
and Sarah Leeson
Mar 30, 2023
Prices are cooling in the West, but the market in the East is still hot. We check in with a real estate pro in the center of the divide.
"We're in for a little bit of a roller coaster," San Francisco real estate agent says
by
Sean McHenry
Jul 15, 2022
As mortgage rates rise, the housing market in San Francisco has come "to a screeching halt," says Cynthia Cummins.
As the real estate market cools, so does the market for agents
by
Matt Levin
Jun 21, 2022
As home sales decline, the field is becoming more competitive.