In the wake of internal controversy, a media onslaught and ongoing litigation, the National Association of REALTORS has been steeped in turmoil, opening the door to competing organizations and demands for change. Real estate leaders will weigh in on the future of the association landscape in an upcoming session at RISMedia’s CEO & Leadership Exchange… The post Real Estate’s New World Order: What...
Mortgage applications continued their downward trend from last week, decreasing 5.2% from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association’s (MBA) Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending May 31, 2024. This week’s results include an adjustment for the Memorial Day holiday. This week’s data: The Market Composite Index, a measure… The post Mortgage Applications...
Corcoran Reverie has announced that Michael Bonaguro—a mortgage industry veteran and musician—has joined Corcoran Reverie’s Nashville brokerage as a new agent. With a 20-year career in the mortgage industry as the owner of 1st Choice Mortgage Solutions in Franklin, Tennessee, Bonaguro brings experience and understanding of the local real estate market to the brokerage’s clientele. … The post...
RE/MAX Chief Operating Officer and Chief of Staff Serene Smith resigned Monday, according to a company filing with federal regulators. She had been with the company since 2006, starting as senior manager of internal audit and progressing up to COO. She will continue with the company in a “non-executive part-time” role as a project manager.… The post RE/MAX COO Serene Smith Resigns; Position Will Not...
Above, Shawn Guzman Century 21 Real Estate LLC has announced its latest affiliation, growing its presence in Northern Alabama with a veteran-led group of real estate professionals based in Huntsville, now doing business as CENTURY 21 Home Team. According to a release, the start-up company is spearheaded by Shawn Guzman, a military veteran with 12… The post Army Veteran and Former First Responder Joins...
Editor’s Note: Social Skills is a bi-monthly feature in RISMedia’s Daily News focused on social media and digital marketing tips, trends and solutions for agents and brokers. Summer is here, and it’s well known for its housing market boom that will bring everyone some new, much-needed business. While the boom affects everyone, marketing is always… The post Social Skills: How to Heat up Your...
The commercial real estate industry is in a downturn and could wind up dragging down the financial sector with it, according to a new report from Florida Atlantic University (FAU). The root of the issue is the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the transition to remote work, commercial real estate holdings are falling in value. Covid-spurred… The post Commercial Real Estate Exposure Endangering Dozens of Banks...
United® Real Estate has announced a merger between Stryve Realty, based in Fort Worth, and United Real Estate | DFW Properties, based in Grapevine, solidifying its foothold in North Texas. The combined operations include two offices in Fort Worth and one in Grapevine under the United banner. The move expands United | DFW Properties to… The post United Real Estate Bolsters North Texas Presence with...
If you almost missed the Wednesday deadline to submit a candidate for TISMedia’s 2024 Rookie of the Year, don’t fret! We have extended the deadline to get your nominations in! Nominations may be submitted here. Deadline extended to 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12. RISMedia’s third-annual Rookie of the Year program, sponsored by industry education… The post Deadline Extended to Nominate a 2024 Real...
MoxiWorks has announced the appointment of Eric Elfman, an experienced executive with a track record of accelerating product and go-to-market strategy, as the company’s new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and member of the Board of Directors. Current CEO York Baur will remain on the Board of Directors helping to guide vision and strategy, the company… The post MoxiWorks Names Eric Elfman As CEO...