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So-called “premarket” listings appear to be the next big trend for the industry. Zillow’s recent pivot to host what are essentially “Coming Soon” properties (and a mad rush by brokers to strike deals with the portal or other consumer platforms) was an overwhelming affirmation that real estate believes that, to some degree, limited marketing options…

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While conflict continues to brew in the Middle East, mortgage rates continue to rise due to the war’s effect on oil prices, according to the latest Freddie Mac data. Freddie Mac’s latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey found that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage (FRM) averaged 6.38% as of March 26, 2026, up from last week when…

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California-based real estate tech firm looking to hire founding team for a new office in Toronto  Toronto.com

London’s Bayswater Neighborhood Is Getting a Long-Awaited Glow-Up  WSJ

ARMLS (Arizona Regional Multiple Listing Service) has announced that shareholders and the board of directors have approved new corporate governance to shift from a primarily broker and agent-led board of directors to a group of non-competitor board members (e.g. not licensed to conduct real estate transactions in Arizona).  The new structure forms a smaller board…

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While many across the industry were predicting interest rate cuts and a transition to a more balanced economy in 2026, the year so far has been shaping up a bit differently. Inflation remains elevated, mortgage rates are facing difficulty due to rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, and the Federal Reserve has yet to…

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US ranks among top countries where residents have outstanding earning potential  New York Post

Sadiq Khan unveils cash for London’s tenants to tackle landlords  Property118

Chris Kelly weighs in on the myth of "harmful transparency" in real estate today and why the industry should focus less on data displays and more on fundamentals.

Parx opens first hotel next to Bensalem casino. Take a look inside  PhillyBurbs

Average U.S. long-term mortgage rate leaps to 6.38%, the highest level in more than 6 months  Toledo Blade

War with Iran drives US mortgage rates higher for fourth-straight week  MSN

Why Bed Bugs Are Becoming a Hidden Cost for London Property Investors  Property Investor Today

Belvilla enters US with New Orleans launch of The Louie hotel  New Orleans CityBusiness

War with Iran drives US mortgage rates higher for fourth-straight week  CNN

UBS gates €400mn property fund for up to 3 years  Financial Times

The new board will be much smaller and made up only of people who aren’t licensed to transact real estate in the state.

Vonovia SE Stock: Europe's Largest Residential Landlord Faces Interest Rate Headwinds Amid Debt Mana  AD HOC NEWS

News | European retail sector tipped for growth in 2026 as prime location demand drives activity  CoStar