Home Prices Level Off Across Metros Nationally

Home Prices Level Off Across Metros Nationally

Slower price growth marked 2025 as more metros saw declines, equity borrowing increased and affordability pressures remain heading into 2026. IRVINE, Calif. — Home price growth slowed noticeably in 2025, according to economists at Cotality, a real estate data and...
AI Tools Aim to Speed Agent-Buyer Connections

AI Tools Aim to Speed Agent-Buyer Connections

Emerging tech is helping agents spot buyer intent sooner, prompting timely outreach that turns interest into real conversations as 2026 approaches. NEW YORK – Real estate tech leaders are outlining the tools they believe will give agents an edge in 2026, with...
Turnkey Luxury Homes Gain Buyer Appeal

Turnkey Luxury Homes Gain Buyer Appeal

High-end buyers are showing growing interest in fully furnished homes, drawn by faster move-ins, simpler logistics and the appeal of turnkey living. NEW YORK – Fully furnished luxury homes are drawing increased interest from high-end buyers, particularly second-home...
SCOTUS Won’t Hear Challenge to Repealed MLS Rule

SCOTUS Won’t Hear Challenge to Repealed MLS Rule

By Eliana Block The Supreme Court declined to revisit an antitrust challenge involving NAR’s former optional no-commingling policy, leaving lower-court rulings in NAR’s favor intact. WASHINGTON — The U.S. Supreme Court doubled down on its October decision not to hear...
RE Q&A: Can a Condo Board Deny Rental Over Credit?

RE Q&A: Can a Condo Board Deny Rental Over Credit?

By Gary M. Singer A condo board can deny a rental if its rules set a minimum credit score, as long as the policy is clear, applied consistently and not used to discriminate. FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Question: I’ve been having an issue while trying to rent a condo...