The Close Staff

Luxury home prices are rising faster than the broader market. Here’s how agents can adjust prospecting for move-up and cash buyers.

Homa’s Texas expansion gives agents a timely example of how buyer commission rebates are reshaping fee conversations after the NAR settlement.

This New York deed theft case highlights pre-listing checks agents can use to flag ownership, authority, and occupancy issues before marketing a property.

A pending VA fee proposal could raise refinance and assumption costs for non-exempt veteran borrowers if it advances.

Flood risk is entering buyer conversations as hurricane season gets underway. Here’s how agents can discuss flood zones, insurance, and due diligence.

Seller concessions are rising as buyers ask for credits, repairs, and rate relief. Here’s how agents can prepare sellers and structure offers.

NAR’s 2026 Member Profile shows experienced agents have an edge with repeat clients, referrals, and stronger pipelines in a slower market.

AI-edited listing photos can mislead buyers and create disclosure risks. Here’s what agents need to know before using AI or virtual staging.

Fannie and Freddie condo rule deadlines are arriving this summer, adding new review, insurance and reserve checks for agents before offers.

HUD’s FHA multifamily changes could affect stalled deals, workforce housing projects, and investor strategy in select markets.

Housing starts and permits weakened in the latest report. Here’s what that means for agents watching supply, pricing, and buyer demand.

World Cup rental demand is raising client questions about furnished stays, local STR rules, taxes, and building restrictions in host markets.