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Econ Review: A Look at March’s Key Market Data

Claudia Larsen — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 20:17:38 +0000

Editor’s note: Econ Review is a roundup of the month’s housing and economic market data reports. The housing market is built on data. Home prices, home sales, construction rates coupled with economic data like inflation, jobs, interest rates—it all creates the ecosystem that is the housing market. Understanding the state of the market means understanding…

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Arizona’s REMAX Fine Properties & REMAX Solutions Merge

Devin Meenan — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:41:28 +0000

Above, L-R: Sandy Karpen, Dan Porter, Nate Martinez, Melissa Dierks, Jamie Wong and Greg Remmers. REMAX Fine Properties has announced a strategic merger with REMAX Solutions. The expanded Arizona-based brokerage will now include more than 400 agents operating across 10 office locations statewide, with projected annual sales production beyond 3 billion, per the company. “This…

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Mortgage Rates Continue to Climb in ‘Complicated Intersection’ of Geopolitics and Economic Policy

Beth McGuire — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:09:59 +0000

The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate increased for the fifth consecutive week, rising to 6.46% as the ongoing war in Iran continues to roil financial markets, economists said. The average mortgage rate ticked up 8 basis points to 6.46% this week, according to the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey® (PMMS®), released by Freddie Mac Thursday,…

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Great Spaces: Oh, the Places You’ll Go in This La Jolla Legacy Estate

Devin Meenan — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:14:17 +0000

Above: Panoramic Pacific Ocean views meet literary history at this legendary estate. Property Highlights: Location: La Jolla Country Club Heights, La Jolla, California Listing Price: $9,950,000 (Sealed-bid sale) Features: 1.51 private acres complete with 5,004 square feet of living space that includes four bedrooms, four full bathrooms, a historically designated observation tower, detached pool house,…

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The Next Evolution of Home Search: Shopping Based on Verified Buying Power

Beth McGuire — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 18:02:07 +0000

Home shopping often starts with excitement and a quiet question in the back of every buyer’s mind: Can I really afford this? List prices and online calculators offer clues, but they lack a realistic view of all the costs a buyer needs to factor in to move forward with a home, leaving many buyers guessing…

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Spring Market Attempts to Bloom, Despite Cloudiness of Geopolitical Tensions

Claudia Larsen — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:55:32 +0000

Signs of a spring bloom in the housing market are finally at hand, but the potential for that growth could be curtailed by looming geopolitical headwinds, according to the latest data. Realtor.com®’s March 2026 Monthly Housing Trends Report found that both active and new listings grew month-over-month and year-over-year, despite rises in mortgage rates and…

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Michele Harrington: A Rebel’s Guide to Success

Maria Patterson — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 17:12:08 +0000

Real estate people love to extol the limitless potential of a career in the business. Michele Harrington’s story makes the hype a reality. While Harrington’s path from U.S. Marine to CEO of Southern California’s iconic FirstTeam Real Estate was anything but predictable, there was one constant that fueled her momentum every step of the way:…

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NAR Updates 2027 Committee Application Process to Emphasize Member Expertise

Paige Brown — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:48:22 +0000

The National Association of Realtors® announces a new expertise-driven application process for its 2027 governance committees. The updated process is designed to better align member expertise with committee responsibilities and strengthen governance by helping ensure members are matched to roles based on experience. The 2027 committee application process begins with a new Expertise Profile, which…

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Beacon Launches Feedback Feature With ShowingTime+ and Aligned Showings Integrations

Paige Brown — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:44:58 +0000

Beacon has announced the launch of Beacon Inbox, a new feature that automatically captures showing activity and buyer feedback, and delivers it to seller reports in real time. The feature integrates with ShowingTime+, a Zillow Group brand, and Aligned Showings, allowing agents to consolidate showing confirmations, cancellations and feedback without manual entry. According to the…

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The Napoli Group Sets New Waldorf Astoria Record With $10.1 Million Penthouse Sale

Paige Brown — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 15:57:20 +0000

Above, Frank Napoli Frank Napoli of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Nevada Properties and owner of The Napoli Group has closed the sale of Penthouse 4206 at Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas for $10.1 million, setting a new record for the highest sale in the building’s history. The transaction currently stands as the largest high-rise sale in Las…

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