by Robert Smith | Mar 23, 2026 | Opinion, Real Estate
Key Points for Agents The listing agent often carries the upfront cost and risk of bringing a property to market. Listings generate buyer attention and opportunity—but that value is increasingly captured by others. Portals, brokerages, and platforms often control the...
by Robert Smith | Feb 27, 2026 | Opinion, Affordability, Housing Shortage
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by Robert Smith | Feb 18, 2026 | Housing Market, National Association of Homebuilders, Opinion, Real Estate
~2 minute read Breaking Down New Home Affordability in Syracuse Metro Region In my morning email, a report from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) made me pause and consider new home affordability in our Syracuse Metro Region. Nationally, about 65% of...
by Robert Smith | Jan 27, 2026 | Opinion, Real Estate
When Independence Becomes Invisible: A Quiet Question Raised by Recent LitigationA recent lawsuit filed against Rocket Companies has renewed discussion within the real estate industry about mortgage steering, referral networks, and real estate independence.According...
