by | Feb 4, 2025 | Economy, Industry News, Latest News, Lead Story, National, News, Politics, Premier |
When the Federal Reserve raises or lowers its benchmark interest rate, many people expect mortgage rates to follow suit. But the relationship isn’t that straightforward. The federal funds rate—the rate banks charge each other for overnight loans—has an indirect...
by | Feb 4, 2025 | Economy, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Politics, Premier |
On Sat., Feb. 1, President Donald Trump imposed previously promised tariffs, implementing a 25% tax on imported goods from Mexico and most from Canada (energy related goods are only 10%) and an additional 10% tax on imported goods from China. Tariffs could impact the...
by Beth McGuire | Feb 3, 2025 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier, Teams |
Above, Rosie Papazian, left and Krista Miller As an art and design major, Krista Miller had her eye on a career in architecture. But when she and her husband bought their first home in a small community east of San Francisco, she took an immediate interest in real...
by | Feb 3, 2025 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News |
The National Association of REALTORS®  has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Good Neighbor Awards. The program honors real estate agents who demonstrate dedication to volunteer service and who have lasting impacts on their communities. “The Good...
by Beth McGuire | Feb 3, 2025 | Agents, Best Practices, Brokers, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has ordered a widespread shutdown of operations Monday at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) following his appointment as acting director Monday after President Donald Trump fired the agency’s previous leader Rohit Chopra...
by | Feb 3, 2025 | Best Practices, Latest News, National, News, Teams, Tech |
Why are real estate teams outpacing traditional agent models in growth and profitability? The answer lies in their ability to adapt quickly, pool resources and create efficiencies. Top teams have become the backbone of many successful brokerages, offering a breadth of...