The incoming executive has held similar roles at BlueLinx Corp. and Extended Stay America. 

Despite solid demand, a dearth of homes for sale kept transaction numbers muted in the association’s most recent report on pending sales. 

A shortage of existing inventory continues to drive buyers to new construction. 

Multiple-offer situations have returned with the spring buying season while distressed and forced sales are “virtually nonexistent,” the National Association of REALTORS® said.

The hire follows the December 2022 firing of the homebuilder’s senior vice president for field operations, who had been tapped to become COO on Jan. 1. 

Single-family permits also posted a gain, indicating even more new homes are headed to today’s supply-constrained housing market. 

Homebuilder optimism was buoyed by continued shortages of new housing inventory, the National Association of Home Builders reported. 

Realtors will be required to complete two hours of training every three years beginning in 2025. 

The mortgage industry decried the proposed loan-level pricing adjustment for borrowers with higher debt-to-income ratios. 

Interest rates on mortgages of all types declined last week, spurring an uptick in borrowing, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported. 

“We’re tremendously proud of our outstanding agents across Texas who put in the time and effort to make Compass the number one brokerage in Texas,” said Rachel Hocevar, president of Compass’ Southwest Region.

Redfin has launched a ChatGPT plug-in to help buyers find their new home, a potentially powerful tool in their arsenal as today’s homebuyers work to find the perfect home.

NAR Chief Economist Lawrence Yun said the Federal Reserve’s latest increase in its benchmark interest rate is an unnecessary threat to many small regional banks.

The homes will be constructed using materials that match the natural West Texas landscape, utilizing advanced engineering and robotics.

The brokerage says the “business communities” — KW Operations, KW Wellness and KW Clarity — provide agents with specialized training, technology, coaching and referral opportunities. 

According to the NAHB, The New American Home® represents the latest in luxury real estate. It was unveiled at their recent tradeshow.