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Chinese and Canadian buyers make up the largest portion of international buyers. The median purchase price for foreign buyers also hit a new record high at $494,400, according to a National Association of Realtors report.

At last month’s Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said he expected the effects of tariffs to begin showing up in the summer of this year. The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) provides at least some evidence the cautious approach was merited.…

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NAR has released its NAR Market Statistics Dashboard, a tool that tracks housing and economic trends and provides forward-looking analyses for home sales and pricing activity. NAR will demo the dashboard at its midyear forecast on Wednesday.

Bright MLS has announced a collaboration with Tether RE, a real estate safety and productivity platform.  Bright MLS stated that subscribers will soon have the option to subscribe to Tether RE, a personal safety platform designed specifically for real estate professionals. The MLS is the first in the country to offer Tether RE.  “Having managed…

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Flex Listings provide a functioning model that restores transparency, preserves cooperation, and gives sellers and buyers control, clarity and access, Eric Bramlett writes.

Amid all the back-and-forth surrounding private listings (and listing bans), have you changed the way you talk with your seller clients about their options?

The National Association of Realtors® (NAR) has published the NAR Market Statistics Dashboard today. The Dashboard is a member-exclusive tool that provides NAR members with unparalleled local housing data that enhances their ability to help their clients buy and sell homes. “The new Dashboard is a tool that enables NAR members to stay ahead of…

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Crosstree and Bloom pay £20m for pair of London industrial estates  Property Week

Foreign Investment in U.S. Homes Surges to $56 Billion, Highest Growth Since 2017  The World Property Journal

A Boulder, Colorado, homeowner’s viral social media campaign that challenged local commission standards has inspired the launch of a new consumer-facing software application.

Doorvest helps investors find and buy single-family rentals and it's acquired Wreno, a solution for managing home rehab projects.

LHSC lawsuits: Why legal fight looms over 50+ properties  London Free Press

UAE buyers increase their hold in US property market  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI

ActivumSG acquires German serviced apartment provider to scale to €500 million+ platform  Hospitality Net

Blue Shield Capital funds £14.3m facility for north London office portfolio  Bridging & Commercial

Inman unveils the finalists for its flagship award, now in its 28th year, recognizing creativity across the real estate industry.

Wealthy consumers are looking for houses as they seek strategic investments and relative safety amid tumultuous times

Adapting to market changes and creating options for clients allows real estate agents to stay relevant and engaged no matter what shifts may occur, Century 21 CEO Mike Miedler writes.

A signed agreement doesn't hold a buyer hostage; it’s a tool that explains your duties and obligations to them. Broker Holly Brink tells you how to position it with confidence and clarity.

A wave of experienced real estate agents is stepping out of production. What does that mean for younger agents, and how can they take advantage of the opportunity?