by | Apr 16, 2025 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Mortgage applications took a hit this week as the consumers remain on edge due to a wavering economy. The Market Composite Index (a measure of the volume of mortgage applications) fell 8.5% from one week earlier, according to the latest Weekly Mortgage Applications...
by | Apr 16, 2025 | Agents, Brokers, Industry News, Latest News, Lead Story, National, News, Premier |
Above, Gino Blefari, left, and Chris Kelly As part of a planned succession strategy, Gino Blefari, who has captained HomeServices of America as president and CEO since 2019, has moved into the role of chairman emeritus, the company announced April 15. Chris Kelly, who...
by | Apr 16, 2025 | Agents, Brokers, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Last month, Alabama Governor Kay Ivey signed a bill that explicitly bans any requirement that homebuyers sign an agreement with an agent before touring a home, essentially repealing a change made by the National Association of REALTORS®’ (NAR) settlement agreement....
by | Apr 15, 2025 | Agents, Brokers, Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Zillow’s move to ban private listings has sparked intense debate across the industry. For some, it’s the logical next step toward protecting consumers and increasing market transparency. For others, it’s an audacious flex of market dominance. As the dust settles,...
by | Apr 15, 2025 | Industry News, Latest News, Lead Story, National, News, Premier |
A traditional stepping stone, starter homes are becoming more and more out of reach. In the 1980s, the typical first-time homebuyer was in their late 20s, and 40% of new builds were considered entry-level homes. In 2019, only 7% of new builds were considered...
by | Apr 15, 2025 | Industry News, Latest News, National, News, Premier |
Consumer confidence has been rocky so far in 2025, with sentiment plunging again this week due to ongoing news of potential tariff and market volatility. How might these levels of confidence impact real estate purchasing behaviors, and can they be used as a measure of...