Perry Epstein
Realtor since 1987
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Flyhomes’ NeighborVote reveals neighborhood political leanings
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 20:06:05
NeighborVote combines precinct-level voting data aggregated by the MIT Election Data & Science Lab with Flyhomes AI, allowing users to ask questions, such as  “Is this home in a red or blue neighborhood?” or view political insights directly on a home’s listing page, according to the report. read more»

Termination, generation, Clear Cooperation: Inman’s Top 5
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 16:00:40
Looking for a quick catch-up on the buzziest stories of the week? Here’s Inman Top 5, the most essential stories, according to Inman readers. read more»

World Series of Luxury results: Ohtani puts on a ‘Sho’ in Hawaii
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:46:53
On top of his first MLB World Series title, Ohtani has been crowned by Inman readers as the champion of luxury real estate for his new build with ocean views on the Big Island. read more»

Objections fly in against NAR and HomeServices settlement deals
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:15:34
The proposed settlements seek to cover too many claims for too little money and let too many in the industry have a "free pass," more than a dozen homesellers argued ahead of a Nov. 26 decision. read more»

Falling rates help boost Fannie and Freddie loan volumes, net worths
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 13:50:32
Mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac provided backing for $164 billion in purchase mortgages in Q3, up 10 percent from Q2, while growing combined net worths to $147 billion. read more»

Portfolio growth, tenant retention help Blanket shine: Tech Review
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 9:00:56
Blanket is property management software that centers on portfolio growth rather than reactive, day-to-day oversight of rental properties. It can do the latter, but the former makes it a unique entry to the market worth consideration for anyone who wants become a full-time landlord. read more»

Using community engagement to build your personal brand
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 8:00:06
Investing time and effort into community involvement, The Agency's Rainy Hake Austin writes, is a powerful strategy for personal branding in luxury real estate. read more»

3 ways agents can effectively brand boutique buildings
Fri, 01 Nov 2024 8:00:05
Real Director of Marketing Md Kamruzzaman writes that in today’s crowded marketplace, even boutique buildings need a distinct brand identity to stand out and attract buyers and tenants. read more»

RE/MAX revenue declined 3.4%, US agents continue to depart in Q3
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 20:38:24
A new quarter saw continuing trends for RE/MAX Holdings in decreasing revenue and U.S. agent count, but the franchisor also vastly improved its net income year over year. read more»

Josh and Heather Altman leaving ‘Million Dollar Listing Los Angeles’
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 20:24:19
Power couple calling it quits after 13 years and 11 seasons on the hit reality real estate show. "We were babies when we started the show," Josh Altman told "People." read more»

Inflation cooled in September, nearing the Fed’s 2% target
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:46:29
Mortgage rates inch up as an expected decline in key inflation gauge does little to change expectations for rate cuts among investors who fund most home loans. read more»

Judge grants final approval to 9 commission lawsuit settlements
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 18:38:24
Judge Stephen Bough granted approval for settlements involving Compass, Douglas Elliman, @properties and other companies. Collectively, the companies will pay $110 million to resolve the litigation. read more»

Judge rules in favor of Serhant over KW Black Label in recruitment suit
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:35:04
Pennsylvania judge Paula Patrick ruled against Keller Williams BlackLabel and in favor of Serhant, whose eponymously named brokerage expanded into Philadelphia's luxury market in 2023. read more»

KW relaunches BOLD coaching program amid changing times
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:03:04
Onward BOLD gives Keller Williams agents access to lead generation resources, among many other things. The program is relaunching amid a period of upheaval for the real estate industry. read more»

A year after the Sitzer verdict, here are my top 5 takeaways
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:47:10
As she reflects on the historic decision and the current state of the industry, broker Cara Ameer offers thoughts on how far we've come and where we still need to go. read more»

Share of renters paying under $1,000 hits record low, Redfin says
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:31:04
Only 32.1 percent of renter households currently pay less than $1,000 in monthly rent — a sharp decline from 35.2 percent in 2022 and 50.4 percent in 2012, according to an analysis from Redfin released Wednesday. read more»

Commissions held steady after Aug. 17, Redfin study shows
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:26:52
Commissions have been slowly declining over the past decade, but since the NAR settlement terms went into effect this summer, buyer's agent commissions have seen little impact. read more»

World Series of Luxury: The final ‘Sho’down with Judge and Ohtani
Thu, 31 Oct 2024 16:18:05
The LA Dodgers may have claimed the crown for the 2024 World Series title, but Inman readers must still cast their vote to determine the victor of the inaugural World Series of Luxury. read more»

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