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Mortgage lenders and servicers are facing strict new artificial intelligence and machine learning guidelines from the government-sponsored enterprises that industry attorneys warn will significantly impact daily operations.

LAR will integrate Gitcha BLS into its MLS, letting 1,700 members publish standardized buyer want listings next to inventory.

Engel and Völkers CEO Stuart Siegel details disciplined expansion and a consumer-first approach as consolidation reshapes brokerages.

Lamacchia Realty bought Somerset-based Rosewood Realty and its school, moving 16 agents to Fall River and expanding courses statewide.

MBA reports apps up 1.8% for April 10, 2026, as refis rose 5% and the purchase index fell 1% with the 30-year rate at 6.42%.

First-time buyers accounted for just 21% of all transactions — the lowest level since data tracking began in 1981.

NAR says tax reform is affecting 2026 filings, with mortgage interest, SALT cap relief, QBI deductions, and continued 1031 exchanges.

Dubbed Asteria, the 1,500-acres development will include a mix of single-family homes, condos, duplexes and apartments.

You worked hard for your real estate license. Don't let a foolish mistake (or purposeful error) result in disciplinary proceedings against you.

One of the first things new agents need to know is how to help a client step back and think clearly about their real estate goals and challenges, broker-owner Deb Siefkin writes.

Top economists just doubled their inflation forecast for Q2 2026. Here's what it means for buyers, sellers and real estate agents.

Compass International Holdings' Greg Hague looks at the latest legal wrangle with Zillow and what it means for the future of real estate marketing.

Coming out of summer recess, California lawmakers will tackle condominium construction defect legislation that has cleared committees and passed one chamber.

In their latest episode of “True Crimes of Real Estate,” Troy Palmquist and Summer Goralik examine a case where fiduciary duty starts close to home.

A looming financial crisis at the U.S. Postal Service could disrupt real estate transactions that still depend on physical mail. With potential delivery cuts and closures on the table, agents face growing risk around deadlines, especially in rural markets and among older clients.

The proposed tax would apply to second homes valued above $5 million, with higher rates for properties exceeding $15 million and $25 million.

Side launched 4 AI tools in its Side App to validate docs, extract offers, auto-tag signatures, and add AI reporting insights.

Auction.com appoints President Ali Haralson as co-CEO and board member, formalizing a shared leadership model with Jason Allnutt.

Appointments include WFG National Title chief growth officer and MyHome senior director of innovation and AI.

Waterstone Mortgage hires 20-year industry veteran Jeremy Moreithi to lead its Ashburn, Virginia, branch and serve surrounding areas.