Will we see a Santa Claus rally in mortgage rates?

Will we see a Santa Claus rally in mortgage rates?

Despite initial concerns that tariffs would push mortgage rates up to 8% and reduce housing demand, this week has brought some encouraging news. The 10-year yield has remained stable at a crucial... Read more »
Why is a Monaco billionaire snapping up properties in Carmel and Big Sur?

Why is a Monaco billionaire snapping up properties in Carmel and Big Sur?

CARMEL-BY-THE-SEA, Calif. —  People call it “The Pit.” It’s a massive, unsightly hole in the ground — the site of a construction project in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea whose previous owners ran out of money... Read more »

San Mateo: The San Francisco Peninsula

Welcome to San Mateo, a sparkling jewel nestled in the heart of the San Francisco Peninsula. From its thriving local economy to its picturesque neighborhoods, there are plenty of reasons to consider... Read more »
Why Raising Your EQ, Or Emotional Intelligence, Is A Must

Why Raising Your EQ, Or Emotional Intelligence, Is A Must

Whether it’s refining your business model, mastering new technologies, or discovering strategies to capitalize on the next market surge, Inman Connect New York will prepare you to take bold steps forward. The... Read more »
Equity Commonwealth Sells DC Office Building for .5M

Equity Commonwealth Sells DC Office Building for $27.5M

Equity Commonwealth has completed the sale of 1250 H Street, a 196,000-square-foot office property located in Washington, D.C., for $27.5 million. The Chicago-based real estate investment trust (REIT) was once led by... Read more »
Equity Commonwealth Sells DC Office Building for .5M

Space Investment Partners Completes Transformation of Costa Mesa Retail

Space Investment Partners completed an $11-million renovation of The Ranch at Newport Bay, a 60,000-square-foot grocery-anchored, mixed-use retail property located at 2651-2675 Irvine Ave. in Costa Mesa. The firm welcomed new tenant Verde, a new... Read more »
Trump, Musk, and the housing market’s future

Trump, Musk, and the housing market’s future

The recent announcement of Donald Trump hiring Elon Musk to co-lead a government efficiency initiative has sparked widespread discussion about its potential impact on industries across the board, including real estate. Lawrence... Read more »
Trump, Musk, and the housing market’s future

The case for repealing MLS clear cooperation rules

The rational case for repealing MLS Clear Cooperation rules. Does cc work? Do I benefit from it? Would I like it to stay in place? Yes.  Is it best for consumers, (who... Read more »
An unwavering commitment to protecting Americans’ property rights

An unwavering commitment to protecting Americans’ property rights

The housing market had a tumultuous year marked by low inventory and high interest rates that pushed prices to record levels. Prospective first-time buyers are hoping it will turn around in 2025,... Read more »
Continued downward trend in agent mobility reflects ongoing challenges in real estate market

Continued downward trend in agent mobility reflects ongoing challenges in real estate market

Key observations from October • Continued decline in agent movement:   The seasonally adjusted AMI metric for October dropped to 86.2, marking another decrease in agent mobility and continuing the downward trend observed in recent... Read more »