Maximizing MLS Strategic Partnerships

For much of my career in real estate, I’ve been told—sometimes directly, sometimes subtly—that there are limits to what an MLS can be. Limits to how flexible it can be. Limits to how innovative it should be. Limits to how deeply it can integrate into a broker’s or agent’s broader business strategy.

What Happens to Your Home If You Buy It Before You’re Married—and Then You Break Up?

The idea of buying a home with your partner before getting a wedding ring used to be nearly unheard of. In 1981, less than 1% of first-time homebuyers were unmarried couples. Things have changed: In recent years, that number has risen to 16%, plus there's been a stunning rise in single woman homebuy

Homebuilder confidence nudges up but remains below par

Homebuilding business executives maintain a guarded outlook on the homebuilding market, amid tepid demand, shrinking profit margins and weak consumer sentiment. The ongoing conflict with Iran could further complicate the outlook for builders.  The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)/Wells F

The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: What Is in the Landmark Bill Passed by the Senate?

A large housing bill, currently dubbed the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, is moving through Congress, but the House and Senate versions are not quite the same package. The bill that passed the House was initially dubbed the Housing for the 21st Century Act, a competing version of the Senate’s ROA