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More than just a listing tool for brokers and agents, an MLS is a comprehensive platform that provides essential tools, technology and support through its products and services. REsides distinguishes itself as one such MLS by delivering customized support and innovative technology—something Karen Ryan, broker associate and lowcountry area manager for South Carolina-based Howard Hanna…

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As 2025 comes to a close, affordability has stabilized somewhat for many homebuyers, according to the latest National Association of Realtors®’ (NAR) Housing Affordability Index. NAR’s data saw the qualifying income needed to buy a home decrease slightly to $100,272 in October (based on a 25% qualifying ratio for monthly housing expense to gross monthly…

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Helping Real Estate Agents Inspire Hope: The CE Shop Launches Approachable Resource for First-Time Homebuyers  USA Today

News | Norges names co-heads of Europe real estate  CoStar

Real estate credit in 2025: The stories and trends that moved the market  Private Equity Real Estate | PERE

“Substantial stability” expected for Italian real estate in 2026  Green Street News

Prime London bounces back as £2m-plus listings surge  thenegotiator.co.uk

Prime property bounces back as £2m-plus listings surge  thenegotiator.co.uk

Troy Palmquist talks with marketing directors about the evolving role of martech and how it can empower agents to build their brand within the brokerage.

A vote to reappoint 11 of the Fed's 12 regional bank presidents puts an end to speculation that Trump administration might try to unseat inflation hawks opposed to interest rate cuts.

To get buyers to believe in you, you must first believe in yourself, your value and the organization you represent, broker-owner Lori Muller writes.

Finance expert Sofia Nadjibi offers insights to help agents successfully position their clients during the December and January market slowdown.

Since the original charges against James were thrown out in November, the DoJ has reportedly tried and failed to obtain indictments from two different federal grand juries.

As the year closes out, we’re looking back at some of the trends that have defined success for real estate professionals across the board in 2025—chief among them the growing embrace of AI. In an ever-evolving market that sees consistent innovation in hardware, software and strategy, staying ahead begins with paying attention to those shifts…

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Universal Consulting Opportunities (UCO), a subsidiary of Stellar MLS, has continued its international engagement in 2025, supporting multiple markets in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and Europe. The organization provides consulting, strategy development and educational resources to help real estate professionals and organizations adopt MLS frameworks and modernize practices. In the past year,…

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Learn how indie broker Andres Hoyos combines care for the industry and his agents and where he sees real estate moving in 2026.

Initial unemployment claims hit highest level since September, and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warns official data could be overestimating job creation by up to 60,000 jobs a month.

Above: Pearson Smith Realty Staff and Leadership at D.C. metro regional meeting. Eric Pearson CEO Chris Boris Principal Broker Pearson Smith Realty Ashburn, Virginia www.PearsonSmithRealty.com  Region served: Metro D.C., Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia Years in real estate: 10 Number of offices: 5 Number of agents: 1,112 Key to continued growth and success: Agent productivity,…

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When a homeowner owes more on their mortgage than the property is worth, they’re considered “upside down” or in a negative-equity position. And these situations are more common than many agents realize. As of Q3 2025, 2.8% of all mortgaged residential properties in the U.S. were considered seriously underwater, meaning the combined loan balances were…

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Brian Walshe told the court today he would not be testifying in his murder trial. His defense subsequently rested without calling any witnesses.