Sotheby’s International Realty acquires Majestic Realty Collective

Sotheby’s International Realty has acquired Majestic Realty Collective, a luxury real estate organization operating multiple Sotheby’s International Realty affiliates across the western U.S. The acquisition expands Sotheby’s International Realty’s presence in luxury and resort markets, adding operat

Douglas Elliman launches AI-focused business unit, broader tech overhaul

Douglas Elliman announced today a companywide technology transformation aimed at consolidating systems, automating operations and developing new real estate intelligence capabilities through a newly formed business unit called Elius. The New York-based real estate firm said the initiative will opera

Real estate agents: Make your drive time work for you

Let me ask you something. How much time do you spend in your car each week? If you’re like most real estate agents, the answer is a lot. Showings, appointments, closings, more appointments — this business keeps you moving. Here’s what I want you to consider: that drive time is either working for you

Mortgage Applications Dip as Rates Stay Above 6%, Discouraging Refinancing

Mortgage applications retreated during the week leading up to the Fourth of July weekend, driven down by a drop in refinancing applications as borrowing cost rates remained high, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. For the week ending on July 3, MBA's Market Composite Index—a measure of t