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The mobile-forward fintech company that marries real estate investment search and analysis with streamlined financing has raised a $184 million through two private credit funds, one a $30M of equity, the other is asset-backed financing of $154 million.

Economists may see the ongoing steady job growth and strength of the economy as the backdrop for the recent, sharp reversal in mortgage rate decreases, but data shows homebuyers are holding out for lower rates just the same. The 30-year-fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.44% this week, up from last week’s average of 6.32% and marked the…

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The CENTURY 21® Brand has announced it is expanding its presence in the Las Vegas metro area with the affiliation of 1st Priority Realty. The firm was originally established in 2004 and is now led by current broker Duc Lu, Century 21 stated. Lu’s ties to Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA) along with…

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Alfonso M. Dyson moonlighted as a real estate agent in Annapolis, Maryland, while he was second-in-command of the Secret Service's uniformed division. After he was promoted to chief, his subordinates who had done real estate business with him were also promoted.

Will UK house prices fall? Latest property market predictions explained  MoneyWeek

Find out how this Raleigh, North Carolina, broker leans on relationships and mentoring to differentiate her service and create genuine connections.

Above, from left: Victor Lund, Debra Beagle, Chris Raveis, Rick Haase, Amy Lessinger, Jason Waugh, Mark McLaughlin. Photo by AJ Canaria.  As the market rebounds, new opportunities for growth are emerging—and savvy brokers are doubling down to lead the charge when it comes to shifting their strategies toward company expansion in order to grow their…

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Americans want neighbors who share their political views - millennials most of all.  USA TODAY

CEO Thad Wong, Natalie Hamrick and Kevin Van Eck spoke to Inman about Christie's strategy in 2025, as well as their take on industry practice changes and the future of Clear Cooperation.

This shift in strategy reflects a growing need for more affordable and space-efficient housing options amid rising costs and limited land availability, according to a new analysis from Zillow released Thursday.

A Minimalist London Loft From ‘Fleabag’ and ‘Killing Eve’ Is Looking for a Buyer  Mansion Global

U.S. Renews Program to Root out Money Laundering in Real Estate Ahead of Larger Crackdown  Barron's

As inflation eases—with the latest Consumer Price Index reporting the smallest annual increase since February 2021—builder confidence continues to steadily rise, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) data. The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) registered at 43 in October, up two points from September’s reading and now four points above…

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Commercial real estate turbulence not easing yet - exec  Mortgage Professional

Everyone—especially agents—knows the feeling of having two seemingly identical sessions of business-building create vastly different results. Two hours of door-knocking one week might land you half a dozen hot leads, while a similar session the next week leaves you empty handed with ears ringing from all the door slammed in your face. Many agents are…

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As we kick off the fourth quarter of 2024, it’s more critical than ever for real estate professionals not to take their foot off the gas and coast through the remaining weeks of the year. With so much noise in today’s post-settlement world, those prepared and running alongside the change will be the ones ahead…

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Along with a new name and logo, Hive MLS has set its sights on releasing new tools available to 18 MLS and Realtor Association members across North Carolina and Georgia, executives told Inman.

Fresno County among investors in $3bn Ares US real estate fund  IPE Real Assets

News | Healthcare real estate increasingly attractive to investors in Europe  CoStar Group

Vietnamese property tycoon sentenced to life for fraud worth billions  Ireland Live