The U.S. added 114,000 jobs in July, below the average monthly gain of 215,000 over the prior 12 months, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Markets reacted negatively to the news, with all three domestic indices down over 2% at around midday Friday. The ...read more
Property highlights: Location: Las Vegas Listing price: $22.9 million Features: 9,500-square-foot, three-story estate with six bedrooms and eight bathrooms. Added appeal: 10-car garage, media/game room with wet bar, gym, wine room, steam shower, cold plunge, resort-style pool and terrace with skyline views. Imagine the allure of Las Vegas pulling...
Let us delve into the Olympics, an event that embodies the pinnacle of high performance and global aspirations. I have always admired the Olympics for its power to bring together the world's elite, each demonstrating their relentless dedication and exceptional skills. As Jim Rohn wisely stated, “Don't join an...
Today's top producers expect (and deserve) more from their brokerage than ever before, and won't hesitate to jump ship for the promise of better resources and stronger leadership. A panel of top brokerage executives will be discussing what they're doing to help agents increase success and remain loyal in...
Selling a house during slow months can be challenging. However, with the right strategies, it's entirely possible to close a deal quickly. I have put significant effort into providing the best advice to achieve home sale success at the least ideal time. You will find information in these crucial...
eXp is seeking to position itself as a safe haven for agents worried about navigating the upcoming changes created by the National Association of REALTORS®' (NAR) settlement, set to go into effect on Aug. 17, speculating that transitioning will be difficult for smaller companies and claiming that MLSs are...
While there's no direct correlation between interest rate cuts and mortgage rate dips, per se, both segments saw some positive news this week, with the Fed signaling Wednesday that there will likely be one more rate cut this year, and the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaging its lowest point...
In the first quarter of 2024, Compass exceeded its expectations with market and agent count growth. During the company's Q2 earnings call, held on Wed. July 31, 2024, the company again reported that it was outpacing general market trends and claimed it was sitting on a path to continued...
ATTOM Data Solutions has published its U.S. Home Equity & Underwater Report, tracking changes in nationwide home equity levels during Q2 2024. The latest report comes with good news: Almost half (49.2%) of mortgaged residential properties in the U.S. were considered equity rich during the second quarter. This is...
The National Association of REALTORS® has published new resources to help guide consumers on the impact of the March 15 settlement agreement and support both REALTORS® and consumers as they navigate the changes required by the agreement. “Prior to and throughout the Settlement litigation, NAR has remained committed to...