COURT REPORT: Anywhere and Fathom Realty Settlements Move Forward

Editor’s note: The COURT REPORT is RISMedia’s weekly look at current and upcoming lawsuits, investigations and other legal developments around real estate. Judges appear inclined to allow Anywhere copycat settlement to proceed Two federal judges last week denied a series of requests from the Batton

Is It Better to Renovate or Sell As-Is? Factors That Often Influence the Decision

When it’s time to move, many homeowners face the same big question: should you renovate or sell as-is? Renovations can improve buyer appeal and increase value, but they also require time, money, and planning. Selling a home in its current condition may be simpler, but it can raise concerns about lea

Jeffrey Epstein’s Zorro Ranch Is Searched by New Mexico Police as Part of Investigation Into ‘Illegal Activity’ at Sex Trafficker’s Former Property

Jeffrey Epstein's former New Mexico ranch is being searched by the authorities as part of an ongoing investigation into "allegations of illegal activity" that are said to have taken place during the sex trafficker's ownership of the sprawling property. The New Mexico Department of Justice released a

NAR’s Latest Affordability Index Update Shows Continued Signs of Cautious Optimism

Recent months have seen reason for buyer optimism in the housing market, especially due to falling mortgage rates. The National Association of Realtors® (NAR), in its quarterly affordability report in February 2026, found moderating price growth, while the association has since found existing-home s