There has been considerable media interest in the litigation filed on March 6 challenging the MLS system and the way that broker commissions are paid. The following are FAQs about the case. 1. Is it okay to discuss the lawsuit with my clients? Absolutely. Brokers and agents are encouraged to have transparent conversations with current… Continue Reading Update on Class Action Antitrust Lawsuit
NAR released a summary of pending home sales data showing that February’s pending home sales pace was down modestly 1.0 percent last month and fell 4.9 percent from a year ago. Pending sales represent homes that have a signed contract to purchase on them but have yet to close. They tend to lead existing-home Sales… Continue Reading February 2019 Pending Home Sales
By Lee Davenport You may not have been in Atlanta to experience Super Bowl LIII but a quick scroll of the related hashtags will have you reliving some of the greatest moments of the week as if you were there. Capturing and memorializing such cherished experiences that sparks engagement, camaraderie, and a warm-fuzzy brand sentiment… Continue Reading What the Super Bowl in Atlanta Revealed About Social Media Magic
By metro area Based on the headlines, home prices outpace wage growth. Indeed, in the last six years home prices increased 47 percent while wages rose 16 percent. What do these percentage changes actually mean for a typical homebuyer? How much did the typical salary increase in dollars? How much more do buyers need to… Continue Reading Wage Versus Home Price Growth
By Karen Post, guest contributor In today’s competitive marketplace, if a listing is going to stand out, and say “tour me” it needs to do more than show rooms. It needs to project a lifestyle for potential buyers. To achieve this dream home result, you must think beyond furnishings and decor. You’ve got to think… Continue Reading Staging Tips for the Coffee Table Top
NAR released a summary of existing-home sales data showing that housing market activity this February, bounced back and was up 11.8 percent from January 2019. Despite the month over month gains, sales of existing-homes dropped 1.8 percent from February 2018. February’s existing home sales reached a 5.51 million seasonally adjusted annual rate, the highest since… Continue Reading February 2019 Existing-Home Sales
Outrageously expensive sneakers, choosing a paint color, The Flintstones House, giving your brain a rest, and much more, compiled by Anne-Marie Siudzinski, Senior Library Information Specialist. Apps to help you choose a paint color. BarbaraLN/flickr/2011 A house built around an old New Jersey trolley. Two eagles in a relationship–it’s complicated. Pushing back against eminent domain… Continue Reading What We’re Reading: March 18-22
SCR310 Section 28 states that the most recent changes, amendments, attachments, contingencies, stipulations, addendum, additions, exhibits, or writings agreed to by the Parties is evidence of the Parties' intent and agreement and shall control any Contract language conflicts. Parties shall initial and date Contract changes. Parties can initial all SCR310 pages. Changes on the SCR310… Continue Reading Initial SCR310 Pages and Copy Full Sentence into the SCR506/SCR507
Today, the National Association of Realtors(R) commended Senators Tom Cotton and Tammy Duckworth for their introduction of S.Res. 115, which recognizes the REALTORS(R) Land Institute as it celebrates its 75-year anniversary this month. The resolution, a full text of which can be found here, acknowledges the RLI for its contributions to helping serve land owners,… Continue Reading NAR commends Senators Cotton, Duckworth for Work on Behalf of the RLI
E-commerce continues to challenge brick-and-mortar retailers, especially department stores and sporting goods, hobby, book, and music stores. However, the retail trade sector is still facing bright prospects in growing metro areas that are attracting people, jobs, and housing. The trend towards integration of online and offline shopping, mixed-use commercial/residential development that requires a strong retail… Continue Reading Retail Trade Challenges and Opportunities in 2019