Septic tank inspections are crucial for any homeowner considering the purchase of a house with a septic system. I will cover the inspection process, identify who should perform it and explain its importance. A septic system handles a home’s wastewater, making its condition vital for property value and health standards. Inspections can prevent future expenses…

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After a promising start to the year, existing-home sales declined 4.3% in March, to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million, according to the latest report from the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR). This represents a 3.7% decline year-over-year (in March 2023, home sales were 4.35 million).  After dropping to the lowest level in…

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Marking a third straight week of increases and moving over 7% for the first time this year, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 7.10% this week, up from last week’s increase to 6.88%, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) from Freddie Mac, released Thursday. The numbers:  The 30-year FRM averaged 7.10 percent…

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U.S. mortgage rates surge to highest since November, hitting 7.1%  Crain's Chicago Business

Existing-Home Sales Fall In March  Bankrate.com

The Buyer-Agent Playbook is a new iteration of RISMedia’s biweekly Playbook segment, specifically centering on buyer agency and how agents are navigating the changes and trends in a post-NAR-settlement environment. The series will provide brokers and agents with insights and information to ensure they not only survive but thrive in these challenging times. Industry professionals…

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US homes sales dropped last month as March prices reached a record high  CNN

In a case that could have broader implications for nearly every large real estate company, a federal judge ruled earlier this week that Keller Williams as a franchisor can be held responsible for the actions of individual agents who made sales calls to individuals on “Do Not Call” registries.  The ruling stems from a long-running…

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Term Sheet: The ECB talks real estate risk, PIMCO's Trausch on the refinancing 'tsunami', Blackstone's Italian CMBS ...  Real Estate Capital Europe

The White House of London Selling for Nearly £30 Million  Mansion Global

Existing-home sales retreated 4.3 percent between February and March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.19 million, according to data released Thursday by the National Association of Realtors.

As REcolorado commemorates its 40th anniversary, Justin Knoll’s illustrious career in Colorado’s real estate landscape takes on added significance. With a diverse background, Knoll’s recent venture into proptech development provides a renewed perspective on the industry’s trajectory. Through its four-decade journey, REcolorado has continually set the standard for MLS excellence—driving progress and shaping the future…

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U.S. Home Values Rising Fastest in Most Expensive West Coast Cities in Early 2024  The World Property Journal

LaMarcus Thurman, vice president of community lending at Howard Hanna and co-founder of company division United Purpose Mortgage, makes an impact as both a professional and an activist. A member of numerous non-profit boards, Thurman’s efforts at expanding homeownership earned him his first RISMedia Newsmakers award in 2024 as a Crusader. For the latest entry…

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Blackstone Tops Up Europe Real Estate Fund With Another $2.2 Billion  CoStar Group

Guangzhou R&F to Sell London Project to CC Land’s Cheung  Mingtiandi

On Wednesday, executives told customers that a "security incident involving a malicious third party" caused the outage that has disrupted thousands of brokers and agents since last week.

Roundup: GIC London Office JV Signs Citadel as Anchor Tenant  Mingtiandi

Zillow: KC ties for fastest-selling homes in the U.S. - Kansas City Business Journal  Kansas City Business Journal

Zillow: KC ties for fastest-selling homes in the U.S. - Kansas City Business Journal  The Business Journals