Equity Release Surge: Homeowners Tap Wealth Amid Tax Change Fears
Homeowners are increasingly using equity release to access property wealth, driven by concerns over estate tax changes and retirement income pressures. £665M accessed in Q1 2025.
Homa: AI-Powered Home Buying Platform
Homa uses AI to empower home buyers with market analysis, data-driven offers, and closing guidance. It aims to streamline the process without replacing listing agents, addressing buyer concerns about commission fees.
New Home Sales Surge in March: Lower Prices & Mortgage Rates
New home sales surged in March, reaching a peak since September 2024, driven by lower prices and mortgage rates. Sales increased 7.4% from February and 6% year-over-year, with cheaper homes fueling the market.
Rechat Launches Digital Ads + Real Estate Tech News
Rechat introduces digital ad tools. Epique Realty adds Zillow Showcase. Florida Realtors offer Rayse data insights. Aivre streamlines property evaluation. Earnnest provides secure payments.
Housing Market: Rising Listings & Economic Uncertainty
Housing market faces rising listings and economic concerns. Customer confidence is low, influenced by mortgage rates and economic worries. Experts suggest market could slow even if mortgage rates decrease.
Mortgage Rate Volatility & Housing Market Trends
Mortgage rates fluctuate amid bond market volatility. Home loan applications drop. Sellers & buyers must be strategic in the changing market. Inventory rises, home touring slows.
Agent Migration: Brokerage Models, Tech, and Market Share
Agent migration analysis reveals tech-enabled brokerages attract top talent. Market share concentrates among major brands. Agent churn stems from dissatisfaction with support and onboarding. Tech offerings are very important.
Real Estate Expansion: eXp in Turkey, Agency in Vancouver & More!
eXp expands to Turkey, The Agency opens in Vancouver. Plus, moves by Compass, Coldwell Banker, Douglas Elliman, Engel & Völkers, Century 21 & FirstTeam mark realty market growth.
NAR Mandatory Membership Challenged by Brokers
Brokers challenge NAR's mandatory membership policies and subscription fees in multiple states, arguing they should not be forced to pay inflated fees to access MLS listings after the NAR settlement.
HomeServices’ New Strategy: Empowering Agents with Tech
HomeServices of America focuses on empowering agents by streamlining operations with technology and adapting to local markets, guided by Chris Kelly, the new CEO. Includes NAR teamwork discussion.
Real Estate Tech Updates: Reloq, Zillow, REDX, Remine
Latest real estate tech: Reloq's AI RE-Engage, Zillow's Showcase insights, REDX Caller ID, and Place acquires Remine for expanded MLS services. Innovation driving the property sector.
eXp Realty vs. Exclusive Listings: Fair Housing Concerns
eXp Realty leaders voice concerns over exclusive listings pushed by brokerages like Compass, highlighting potential fair housing issues, antitrust problems, and limited seller exposure. They've introduced a new disclosure form for sellers.