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Compass vs. Zillow Trial: Which Side Presented a Stronger Argument?
In closing, attorneys for both firms tackled collusion claims, harm to Compass, etc.—judge to decide next steps.
Courtroom with Compass and Zillow logos, lawyers debating real‑estate lawsuit.
Manhattan condos dropped in value a decade ago, yet rents climb
Wealthy New Yorkers increasingly rent as Manhattan condo values decline.
Manhattan condos value fell decade ago, rents climb.
H&M shutters two major Manhattan outlets, hurting city’s retail scene.
H&M plans to close ~200 of its 4,300+ stores worldwide as a cost‑cutting measure.
H&M closes two Manhattan stores, impacting New York retail.
Aim for 2026 Success: Boost Productivity in the Slow Season
Clients pause, but you shouldn't. Smart agents use the downtime to sharpen skills and grow their business.
Office team strategizing 2026 productivity boost during slow season.
Midwest Drives Surge in Home Buyers Signing Contracts
Fall sees increased home buyer activity as affordability improves—see NAR’s pending sales report.
Midwest home buyers sign contracts in bustling real estate market.
2025 Alabama Commercial Real Estate Firms List
Alabama Commercial Real Estate Firms Ranked by Alabama Employee Numbers.
Alabama 2025 commercial real estate firms list graphic.
Rudiments of Real Estate Debuts Modern Guide to Smart Homeownership
NYC, Nov 25, 2025 – Thomas F. Ravert, CFP®, 40 years in real estate, lending, finance, offers clarity on major decisions.
Rudiments of Real Estate launches modern guide to smart homeownership.
Multifamily housing tops CRE bidding wars in October
October's bidder dynamics hit the second‑highest monthly gain of the year, per JLL's Global Bid Intensity Index.
Multifamily housing leads CRE bidding wars in October.
Charleston Home Prices Up 81% Since 2019, Among Nation’s Top Gains
Nationwide study finds U.S. home values spiked since 2019, with Charleston among top gainers.
Charleston home prices rise 81% since 2019, top national gains.
Insurance hikes cut into home values
High premiums cut home values by $40K+ in high‑risk weather zones, NBER study shows.
Insurance hikes cut home values, shown by declining price graph.
Hard to Find $500k Homes: 5 Sold on Long Island
Many price cuts and houses on market, but at that price, they'll sell fast.
Five $500k homes sold on Long Island.
California group adopts transparent referral fee policy
CAR to update disclosure form next month, showing state and MLS push after NAR’s Delegate Body rejected policy.
California group adopts transparent referral fee policy at meeting.
Bill to Preserve Real Estate Agents' Independent Contractor Status
Efforts to halt the state's controversial independent contractor rules gain momentum with a new bill in the Legislature.
US bill preserves real estate agents' independent contractor status.
Housing Officials Push Forward on Affordable Housing Solutions
At NAR NXT, America's Housing Comeback coalition members met to address urgent housing affordability and supply.
Housing officials advancing affordable housing solutions.
Investor Drops $18M Kite Realty Stake—Here’s Why
Major real estate fund exits $18M stake in Kite Realty, hinting at shifts in retail REITs.
Investor sells $18M stake in Kite Realty, revealing strategic shift.
Increasing Numbers of New Yorkers Seek Philly Area Apartments
Philadelphia, one of 20 metros, moved from local to out‑of‑town rental demand post‑pandemic, Realtor.com says.
New Yorkers searching for apartments in Philadelphia area.
Homes sold in 7 Central NY counties, Nov. 15–21
County-by-county list of Central New York homes sold Nov. 15–21.
Map of 7 Central NY counties showing homes sold Nov 15‑21.
IYRI: Boost Monthly Income with Real Estate Portfolio (BATS:IYRI)
Explore Neos Real Estate High Income ETF: 11.2% yield, tax efficiency, plus my IYRI ETF review & peer comparison.
IYRI boosts monthly income with diversified real estate portfolio.
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