Above, K. Jennifer Cook When K. Jennifer Cook founded Vista Collective Real Estate in 2022, her goal was never about scaling for the sake of growth—it was about reshaping the real estate experience in St. Johns County, Florida. With a keen focus on collaboration, integrity and exceptional service, Cook and her team quickly became one…

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As we kick off 2025, riding the wave of momentum into the first few months of the year is more important than ever. While the industry continues to adapt to the new era of real estate, charting a path forward begins with an intentional focus on your goals in addition to going above and beyond…

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Bill Pulte, CEO of private equity firm Pulte Capital Partners, has been nominated to be the next director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA). President Donald Trump announced the nomination on his Truth Social account. “Bill needs no formal introduction to the Great Citizens of our Country, because they have seen, and many have…

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Rocket Companies has announced the launch of its new website Rocket.com. Rocket.com allows consumers to search, purchase and manage their home financing with an AI-driven experience, combining the forces of Rocket Mortgage and Rocket Homes. Rocket stated that Rocket.com will improve the home buying process by bringing home search, financing and servicing together in one…

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ATTOM Data’s Year End 2024 Home Sales Report has found that homesellers made a $122,500 profit on typical sales in 2024, a return on investment of 53.8%. Although both of these numbers soared to near record levels, the profit margin for median-priced home sales nationwide receded from 56.9% to 53.8%.  This decline in profit margin…

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In a slight reversal of the past month’s trends, the average 30-year mortgage rate decreased from its average last week of 7.04% down to 6.96% this week, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®) from Freddie Mac, released Thursday.  “After crossing the 7%-mark last week, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage saw its first decline…

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Diaspora Property Expo 2025 U.S.A launched  Adomonline

a&o Heidelberg: Europe’s largest hostel group expands in Germany, with further growth planned across Europe  NationalWorld

This Is the Most Expensive (and Luxurious) Ski Town in the U.S. — and No, It's Not Aspen or Vail  Travel + Leisure

Norway’s Wealth Fund Buys 25% Stake in London Property  Construction World

‘Americans kickstarted the resurrection’: Now Italians are snapping up $1 homes for themselves  CNN

Strong Q4 Pushes European Real Estate Investment Volumes to €206bn  CBRE UK

Spain Seeks to Curb Short-Term Rentals Amid Growing Housing Crisis  The New York Times

Spain Seeks to Curb Foreign Buyers Amid Growing Housing Crisis  The New York Times

A Deeper Look At The London Property Market With Native Land CEO Alasdair Nicholls  Augustman Singapore

Average sales price of new homes sold in the United States from 1965 to 2023  Statista

Lenz's point — not to be taken literally — was to be in constant contact with clients and aware of what they do on a day-to-day basis and what they need, all of which impacts how they buy and sell real estate.

Mortgage rates hovering near "key psychological level" of 7 percent, a likely factor in the slow pace of applications for both refinance and purchase mortgages: MBA chief economist.

Announced Wednesday, Rocket's new domain targets high-intent homebuyers by utilizing AI to provide around-the-clock support, answer questions and keep clients and agents informed.

To achieve growth goals, brokers need to break out of existing molds and get creative with their approach, all while keeping their "strategic subway map" at the forefront, Duffy told Inman Connect New York attendees.