by Robert Smith | Aug 25, 2023 | Information for realtors, Real Estate Agent Tips
In the real estate industry, it’s often said, “It’s not what you know, but who you know.” This couldn’t be truer when considering the power of a Sphere of Influence (SOI). Successful real estate agents understand that their greatest asset...
by Robert Smith | Jul 11, 2023 | Housing Market, Information for realtors, Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University
As a real estate agent, you know that your clients have varying budgets and preferences when searching for a home. One of the ways to help them achieve their housing goals is to educate them about the different types of housing available in the market. In this blog...
by Robert Smith | Jul 5, 2023 | Housing Market, Information for realtors, News for Real Estate Agents
The real estate market is inherently interconnected with various aspects of the economy. As a real estate agent, it is crucial to stay informed about potential factors that can influence the market. One such factor is the recent decision by the US Supreme Court...
by Robert Smith | Jun 28, 2023 | Fannie Mae, Housing Market, Information for realtors, News for Real Estate Agents, Real Estate News
A recent press release from Fannie Mae, the government-sponsored mortgage lender, predicts that the US economy is likely to enter a recession in the second half of 2023. However, the press release also notes that the housing market is expected to remain strong, even...
by Robert Smith | Jun 9, 2023 | Fair Housing, Information for realtors
Recently we have gotten a couple of calls regarding the Posts regarding Lawful Source of Income lawsuits filed in New York and New Jersey. Real estate agents need to be aware of the laws that protect tenants from discrimination when it comes to their source of income....
by Robert Smith | Jun 8, 2023 | Information for realtors, National Association of REALTORS, News for Real Estate Agents, Real Estate News, US DOJ Department of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed an appeal of a lower court ruling that blocked the agency from investigating the National Association of Realtors (NAR) for potential antitrust violations. The DOJ’s appeal, filed in the U.S. Court of Appeals for...