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Top occupations driving US homeownership

Who is buying homes in America? According to a new report from the National Association of REALTORS® on homeownership trends from 2014 to 2024, the answer often comes down to your job.  

NAR updates committee application process for 2027

The National Association of REALTORS® has introduced a new, expertise-driven application process for its 2027 governance committees, aiming to better align member experience with leadership roles. 

Household formation grows as US housing supply continues to lag

Recent data from Realtor.com and the National Association of REALTORS® shows steady household growth, but supply is still catching up.

Viewpoints: Brokers oppose Washington’s ‘Millionaires Tax’

Forty-one states tax millionaires as part of standard income taxes, although Washington is the sixth state to enact tax law specific to millionaires.

Case-Shiller: Denver home-price growth slows in January

S&P Dow Jones Indices noted that inflation outpaced national home-price appreciation for the eighth month in a row. 

Zillow: Homes with lifestyle-driven amenities, move-in ready finishes sell for 5.4% more than expected

Homes that feature lifestyle-driven amenities and move-in finishes are selling for as much as 5.4% more than expected, or approximately $19,500 extra, on the typical home, according to a new report from Zillow. 

REMAX settles Batton antitrust lawsuit for $8.5M

The deal follows fellow defendant Keller Williams Realty’s $20 million settlement. 

24 new brokerages sign on to Zillow Preview

“Zillow Preview was just announced, but the signal from the industry is undeniable,” said Jeremy Wacksman, CEO of Zillow.

eXp Realty enters listing-preview agreement with Realtor.com, Homes.com, ComeHome.com

The agreement follows REMAX, HomeServices of America, Side, Keller Williams and United Real Estate agreeing to a similar agreement with Zillow.

Compass drops antitrust lawsuit against Zillow

Compass announced that it will dismiss its antitrust lawsuit against Zillow, citing a reversal of the “Zillow Ban,” but Zillow says its anti-private listing network Listing Access Standards are still in place.

Wise Agent launches Lead Pipeline feature to streamline lead tracking for agents

Wise Agent has launched its Lead Pipeline feature, designed to help agents organize leads, track follow-ups and visualize opportunities from first inquiry to closed transaction. 

Pending home sales rise in February, portending a strong spring selling season

Regionally, pending sales rose in the Midwest, South and West, and declined in the Northeast on a month-over-month basis.

Keller Williams, REMAX, HomeServices of America, Side enter pre-market listing agreement with Zillow

All participating brokerages will have access to Zillow Preview, which is structured to operate within local MLS frameworks.

Could you live in these concrete spheres?

This behemoth of a home in Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota, is constructed from two concrete domes.

OriginPoint expands OneDown mortgage program with larger grant, new buydown option

OriginPoint, the joint-venture mortgage platform created by Rate alongside real estate brokerages, has updated its OneDown 1% Down Mortgage Program, adding a larger lender-paid grant and temporary buydown option. 

David Weekley Homes celebrates 50 years

The privately-owned company was founded in Houston in 1976 and today builds in 19 markets across 13 states.

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