2026 RealTrends Verified: Journey from intern to owner fuels David Banks Team’s record year
The Portland-based operation ranked No. 40 for transaction sides among medium-sized teams nationwide, closing 240 last year.
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min readThe Portland-based operation ranked No. 40 for transaction sides among medium-sized teams nationwide, closing 240 last year.
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min readGoogle’s nationwide listing ads using HouseCanary MLS feeds are prompting questions about IDX licensing and MLS broker consent.
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min readKey Takeaways Markets are watching to see if the Fed changes course on rates Mortgage rates are currently averaging 6.52% for a 30-year fixed Watch for updates to the Fed’s dot plot projections — they...
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min readThe largest office lease of May was an open-and-shut case. Global law firm Simpson Thacher & Bartlett’s 916,000-square-foot deal at Extell Development’s upcoming 570 Fifth Avenue tower not only beat o...
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min read
Conventional wisdom suggests that as banks return to commercial real estate lending, private credit should begin losing market share. Yet, the data tells a very different story. According to the Mortg...
Jun 12, 2026 · 5 min readIf you’re planning to sell but your house needs work first, borrowing against your equity to fund repairs can seem like a clean solution: fix it, sell for more, pay off the loan at closing. But a home...
Jun 11, 2026 · 5 min readIn 2026, homebuilders faced unexpected challenges affecting homebuyers and their service organizations. However, the adoption of AI-driven ERP systems has enabled these builders to efficiently identify and address margin leaks, enhancing their market position.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min readThe Mortgage Bankers Association calls for the establishment of a cohesive framework to guide the use of artificial intelligence in the mortgage sector, as lenders increasingly implement AI technologies in their origination and servicing processes.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min read
At Commercial Observer’s recent AI and Innovation Forum, leading figures from technology, cryptocurrency, and commercial real estate convened to explore how these sectors are shaping urban property landscapes.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min readCEO Michael Tannenbaum shares insights on Figure's $717 million acquisition of Kiavi, focusing on first-lien growth and the company's strategic approach to mergers and acquisitions in the property market.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min readHousingWire data highlights how absorption rates, inventory levels, and price reductions indicate the difference between genuine housing recovery and underlying market strength.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min readThe recent surge in warehouse construction across the nation has led to unexpected shortages in specific types of logistics properties, reshaping the landscape of industrial real estate.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min read
ZD Jasper Realty's Paragon project in Long Island City features 182 luxury condos across 23 stories, enhancing the area’s residential landscape.
Jun 10, 2026 · 5 min readWe focus on empowering our readers to make informed financial choices in the property market. Though we receive compensation from lending partners, our commitment to unbiased information remains unwavering.
Jun 09, 2026 · 5 min readOur commitment remains focused on ensuring readers make informed financial choices, prioritizing their needs over profits. While we receive compensation from lending partners, our goal is to provide clear insights into market conditions and customer satisfaction.
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