Plus, Baird & Warner nabs a veteran Chicagoland agent; ERA picks up a family-owned brokerage; Christie’s adds an affiliate in Italy; $100M agent joins CB; more. Read More
Dual-career and part-time agents have a lot to offer — but they need access to the same kind of training and support that helps full-time agents find success. Read More
The government shutdown has delayed a key jobs report; if it drags on, there’s a risk that “the Fed gets it wrong” later this month when considering rate cuts. Read More
Plus, HUD rolls out politicized messaging about the government shutdown; NAR pushes for a quick resolution amid “potential real-life impacts” on real estate. Read More
Deals reached with Howard Hanna, William Raveis, EXIT, Windermere and Lyon will add $40M to the fund earmarked for home sellers’ antitrust claims nationwide. Read More
With new owners and a new strategy, ByOwner.com hopes to attract sellers seeking DIY or flat-fee services via its “your lead” model and in-house brokerage. Read More
Hope is dimming for renewed housing market activity amid a slowdown in mortgage applications, a drop in pending sales and persistent economic uncertainty. Read More
The portal asked for another 2-hour deposition following Compass’ acquisition of Anywhere. Separately, Zillow’s hearing request in a copyright case was granted. Read More
On Oct. 1, Rocket Companies completed its $14.2B acquisition of mortgage rival Mr. Cooper, calling it “the largest independent mortgage deal in history.” Read More
The overall impact on real estate is expected to be minimal at first. But economists say a lengthy shutdown would hinder the already sluggish market. Read More