Homebuyers now have to negotiate agent fees upfront—upending how the real estate industry has worked for decades

Do real estate agents have to disclose if someone died in a house? Here's how to find out

Disclosure laws around stigmas will depend on where you are buying a home. If a home's history matters to you in your home purchase, here's what to do.

Business - CNBC - October 21

The real-estate industry is battling over how homes are listed for sale. Here’s why that matters to buyers and sellers.

The outcome of a real-estate industry dispute could change how the average American finds for-sale home listings.

Business - MarketWatch - October 21

Real-estate agents on how they handle haunted homes in an already-scary housing market

This Halloween, real-estate agents reflect on some of the creepiest, spookiest homes they’ve helped buy or sell — or lived in themselves.

Business - MarketWatch - November 2

Crypto has designs on real estate

Buying blockchain-listed ‘slices’ of properties is a nascent, niche and troubled market. Can it find its feet beyond the crypto crowd?

Business - Financial Times - October 18

The average age of U.S. homebuyers jumps to 56—homes are 'wildly unaffordable' for young people, real estate expert says

With home prices up nearly 40% since 2020, buyers are now wealthier and older, making them more likely to outbid younger buyers with all-cash offers.

Business - CNBC - 5 days ago

Average age of first-time homebuyers is 38, an all-time high. Here's what that says about the real estate market

The typical first-time homebuyer is now 38 years old, a record high, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Business - CNBC - 3 days ago

How big is the real estate ‘stranded asset’ problem?

Governments’ push towards net zero could lead to increased cost of upgrading buildings

World - Financial Times - October 14

I’m buying a house. My real-estate agent asked me to sign an exclusive contract. Is this the new normal?

“Should we be on the lookout for anything important when signing a contract with a buyer’s agent?”

Business - MarketWatch - October 25

Mauricio Pochettino begins USMNT reign with a win. Now the real work starts

Mauricio Pochettino's first objectives as USMNT coach were to beat Panama and to restore some positive vibes after a poor run. Mission accomplished.

Sports - ESPN - October 14

The election will have a huge impact on your estate, even if you’re not rich yet. Why you need to act now.

No matter who wins, the clock is ticking to book a lawyer to create or update your plan.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Spirit Halloween bets on struggling real estate to fuel its growing business. Here's how

Spirit Halloween must strategically execute its real estate operations to open its more than 1,500 pop-up stores each year.

Business - CNBC - October 23

Here's how much JD Vance is worth, from his bitcoin to real estate

JD Vance, former President Trump's running mate, has come a long way from his hardscrabble childhood of "Hillbilly Elegy."

Here's how much Donald Trump is worth, from his DJT stock to real estate

Donald Trump is still a billionaire, but his net worth has fluctuated sharply this year along with the value of one of his main investments.

Here's how old the typical U.S. homebuyer is today

Homeowners in the U.S. are getting older as the dream of buying a house slips further out of reach for many Americans.

What's at stake for USWNT for the rest of 2024? Emma Hayes 'real work' starts now

After winning Olympic gold, head coach Emma Hayes will map out a plan with the 2027 Women's World Cup in mind

Sports - CBS Sports - October 24

The commercial real estate recovery is on, but the rebound may be uneven

The Fed's shift in policy is "the most notable green shoot" for the CRE market, according to Wells Fargo analysts.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Feeling fine: the rise of ‘wellness real estate’

The Global Wellness Institute estimates that the sector could be worth $913bn by the end of 2028. It’s a big development for what was once regarded as ‘woo-woo’

Business - Financial Times - Yesterday

‘I know it’s awkward to give advice to wealthy people’: My wife, 50, has terminal cancer. Our estate is worth $18 million. How do we prepare?

“We have two children ages 19 and 21, with one starting law school and the younger planning on medical school.”

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

MLB Free Agency 2024: Schedule, how does it work, important dates, top free agents, qualifying offers

Juan Soto, Pete Alonso, and Corbin Burnes are among the top MLB free agents to watch this offseason.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 29

For first time in six decades, freight rails split on union negotiation strategy

Union Pacific and CSX break from other freight rails in strategy to negotiate with labor unions two years after a nationwide rail strike was narrowly averted.

Business - CNBC - November 1

How a rare type of mortgage is landing homebuyers a 3% rate

U.S. homebuyers are looking into mortgage assumption as a way to secure a sub-3% mortgage rate.

Business - CNBC - October 15

Meet ‘Generation Windfall’: coming to an estate agent near you

Fears of tax rises at the Budget have sent the Bank of Mum and Dad into overdrive

World - Financial Times - November 1

The Future of Real Estate: 5 Disruptive Tech Innovations to Watch

How technology is transforming the way we tour, analyze, valuate, decide, and purchase real estate.

Business - Inc. - October 16

China pledges more financial support for 'whitelist' real estate projects

Ni Hong, China's minister of housing and urban-rural development, made the announcement at a press conference on Thursday.

Business - CNBC - October 17

C.E.O. of Real Estate Giant Douglas Elliman Retires Amid Mounting Criticism

Howard Lorber faced calls to reduce his compensation, amid allegations of sexual assault by agents and plummeting stock prices.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 22

Rising insurance costs are another storm gathering over commercial real estate

Skyrocketing insurance premiums are a growing problem — and not only for homeowners.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

What Commercial Real Estate Property Owners Need to Know

The multifamily market is experiencing mayhem—here’s what you should do.

Business - Inc. - October 23

Forget Screen Time. We Need to Talk About Screen Real Estate

Spending many hours daily looking at screens feels like a foregone conclusion. The new challenge is paring down what fills them.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

How the Paul George negotiations changed the direction of the Clippers

When Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, he said he was willing to spend whatever it takes to win.

Sports - ESPN - 2 days ago

Here's why ETFs often have lower fees than mutual funds

Fees are one of the few things people can control relative to investing.

Business - CNBC - Yesterday

Texas hospitals must now ask patients whether they're in the US legally

Texas hospital patients will be asked if they’re in the U.S. legally starting Friday

Health - ABC News - November 1

Ask Shrimsley: Am I a real working person?

So what if you work and you’re a person? In what way is that a qualification?

Business - Financial Times - November 1

How Distributors’ Fees Cost Consumers and Small Food Companies Dearly

A tussle between big food manufacturers, grocery chains, and distributors for narrow profit margins squeezes the small producers caught in the middle.

Business - Inc. - 4 days ago

How much does a $70,000 HELOC cost per month now that rates have dropped?

A $70,000 HELOC comes with inexpensive monthly payments that could become cheaper as rate cuts are issued.

How much does a $125,000 HELOC cost per month now that rates have dropped?

A HELOC is one of the most affordable financing options available right now. Here's what you can expect to pay each month.

Why Chelsea are now seeing 'real' Caicedo - Potter

Ex-Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter tells BBC Sport why Chelsea are now seeing the best of Moises Caicedo after his £100m move.

French official proposes entrance fee for Notre Dame to help fund preservation work

France’s culture minister has proposed introducing an entrance fee to visit Notre Dame cathedral in Paris when it reopens in December, aiming to generate funds for the preservation of the country’s ...

World - ABC News - October 24

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